Commercial Administrator
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Chingford, East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MSPS199950 |
Summary
Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)
We are looking to recruit a Commercial Administrator to join our Team.
About the Role
As our Commercial Administrator, you’ll provide invaluable administrative support to the Commercial function. This includes but is not limited to, producing invoices, “measuring” completed works using the National Schedule of Rates, submitting variations to the client, working with Direct labour operatives and Subcontractors, checking and chasing compliancy with contractors and the necessary departments.
You’ll also be involved in general contract duties such as correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, memos, emails and filing, and be responsible for arranging internal meetings and taking minutes. You’ll process stationary orders and other office supplies, manage and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and maintain photocopiers and stock requirements.
About You
Previous experienceworking in a commercial background within social housing is essential. You’ll have good IT skills and ideally have Micro-soft dynamics experience.
You’ll have experience with the below:
National schedule of rates coding
Excel cost specifications
Task pricing
Measuring works
Builders Profile/Construction line
A very good understanding of building maintenance work streams is also key to the role.
Benefits
Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Enhanced Pension Plan
Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio and more)
Life Assurance & Accident Cover
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Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers
Buy & Sell Holiday Schemes
Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays
Cycle to Work
Volunteering (2 days paid)
Learning & Development Opportunities
Extensive Wellbeing Support, including EAP
Loyalty & Values Awards
Funded Professional Subscription
About Us
Morgan Sindall Property Services provide integrated asset management for housing associations and local authorities, focusing on improving the living conditions of residents and leaving a lasting legacy in the communities we serve. Our services include, responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works.
With over 1000 employees, we focus on a culture which puts people at the core of everything we do, encourages innovative thinking and always puts our customer first.
Build your career with a leading property services company, where we recognise that diversity of thought and talented people are key to our success.
MSPS are proud to support the resettlement of armed forces personnel.
Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application.
We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close any of our adverts prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of appropriate candidates.
We are looking to recruit a Commercial Administrator to join our Team.
About the Role
As our Commercial Administrator, you’ll provide invaluable administrative support to the Commercial function. This includes but is not limited to, producing invoices, “measuring” completed works using the National Schedule of Rates, submitting variations to the client, working with Direct labour operatives and Subcontractors, checking and chasing compliancy with contractors and the necessary departments.
You’ll also be involved in general contract duties such as correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, memos, emails and filing, and be responsible for arranging internal meetings and taking minutes. You’ll process stationary orders and other office supplies, manage and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and maintain photocopiers and stock requirements.
About You
Previous experienceworking in a commercial background within social housing is essential. You’ll have good IT skills and ideally have Micro-soft dynamics experience.
You’ll have experience with the below:
National schedule of rates coding
Excel cost specifications
Task pricing
Measuring works
Builders Profile/Construction line
A very good understanding of building maintenance work streams is also key to the role.
Benefits
Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Enhanced Pension Plan
Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio and more)
Life Assurance & Accident Cover
Share Save
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers
Buy & Sell Holiday Schemes
Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays
Cycle to Work
Volunteering (2 days paid)
Learning & Development Opportunities
Extensive Wellbeing Support, including EAP
Loyalty & Values Awards
Funded Professional Subscription
About Us
Morgan Sindall Property Services provide integrated asset management for housing associations and local authorities, focusing on improving the living conditions of residents and leaving a lasting legacy in the communities we serve. Our services include, responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works.
With over 1000 employees, we focus on a culture which puts people at the core of everything we do, encourages innovative thinking and always puts our customer first.
Build your career with a leading property services company, where we recognise that diversity of thought and talented people are key to our success.
MSPS are proud to support the resettlement of armed forces personnel.
Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application.
We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close any of our adverts prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of appropriate candidates.