Commercial Administrator

CV-Library • Watford, Hertfordshire • 3h ago

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within a specialist technical sector. They are seeking an organised and proactive Commercial Administrator to provide administrative support across multiple departments, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the business.

This is a varied role offering exposure to commercial, sales, technical and marketing activities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across different areas of a business and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will become an integral member of a collaborative team, supporting a range of projects, events and operational functions.

Company Benefits:

Company pension scheme.
Training and development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Exposure to a broad range of business functions.
Long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing administrative support to the Commercial, Sales and Technical teams.
Acting as a first point of contact for visitors and incoming telephone enquiries, ensuring calls and visitors are directed appropriately.
Maintaining company records, databases and documentation, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date.
Supporting the preparation of reports, business information, sales documentation and internal communications.
Creating, updating and managing customer-facing and internal documentation to a high standard.
Assisting with data collection, reporting and analysis to support business decision-making.
Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure information is communicated efficiently.
Raising purchase orders and supporting general supplier administration activities.
Supporting the coordination of training sessions, meetings, site visits and internal events.
Providing event and exhibition support, including preparation, administration and assisting on the day when required.
Reviewing and quality-checking customer-facing documents to ensure accuracy, consistency and professional presentation.
Assisting with marketing materials, business communications and promotional resources.
Supporting process improvement initiatives and wider business projects as required.
Acting as an additional point of support across the business, assisting colleagues with operational and administrative requirements when needed.

Experience and Skills Requirements

Previous experience within an administration, sales support, commercial support or office-based role.
Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
Comfortable managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Confident liaising with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external stakeholders.
Strong proofreading, document formatting and quality-checking skills.
Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a team environment.
Proactive, flexible and willing to support a variety of business functions.
Experience coordinating events, training administration or project support activities would be advantageous.
Professional and customer-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills.