Commercial Assistant

Commercial Assistant

Location: Manchester

£26,000 - £28,000 (dependant on experience)

Clarke is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Assistant to support our Commercial Design and Acquisition teams in delivering cost management excellence across telecom infrastructure projects. This is a key commercial role for someone with strong numerical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for driving value for both Clarke and our clients.

The Role

As a Commercial Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring commercial accuracy, timely reporting, and effective cost control, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage budgets, forecasts, and contractual documentation. You should be confident working with data, have strong attention to detail, and not be afraid to ask questions. The role is fast-paced and it’s a great opportunity for someone eager to learn and grow, where full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Request subcontractor orders and manage commercial admin processes. 


• Value monthly work to support turnover reporting and budget accuracy.


• Forecast monthly sales for assigned projects.


• Advise on Schedule of Rates and contract inclusions/exclusions.


• Request client purchase order cover and maintain receipting schedules.


• Negotiate rates with key and new subcontractors.


• Update internal costing systems and approve activities.


• Maintain commercial data in trackers and Site Tracker.


• Maximise monthly invoicing by managing receipting schedules and resolving blockers.


• Ensure compliance with Clarke and client contractual guidance.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong numerical skills and proficiency in Excel.


• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.


• Effective communication and time management skills.

Desirable:

• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP).


• Experience in a delivery-focused, fast-paced environment.


• Strong negotiation and analytical abilities.


• Ability to manage complexity and shifting priorities.

Skills & Attributes

• Organised, methodical, and resilient under pressure.


• A collaborative team player with a passion to succeed.

Please note: Clarke Telecom does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the legal right to work and be fully compliant to work in the UK.

About Us

Clarke Telecom is a leading provider of end-to-end wireless telecoms network infrastructure services. We manage every aspect of a project, ensuring that each site is optimised to its full potential. As technology evolves, so do our services, allowing us to stay at the forefront of the industry and remain the UK’s premier wireless telecommunications infrastructure provider.

In addition, Clarke Connect, our dedicated division, specialises in providing tailored connectivity solutions to meet the growing demands of modern communication networks. Together, Clarke Telecom and Clarke Connect work seamlessly to deliver innovative and reliable services to our clients.

Apply as soon as possible – interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline.

Closing date: 15th March 2026

Shortlist date: 16th March 2026

Interview date: TBC