Senior Commercial Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2006755/159257
- Location: No fixed place of work
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: Competitive salary, plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 22 July 2026
About the role
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Hybrid working with no fixed location
- Clear pathway into line management within 12 months
- Opportunity to influence and lead within a growing commercial team
- Work with high-profile internal, client and external stakeholders
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Access to Sodexo Rewards and employee benefits
Job Description
Are you an experienced commercial professional looking for your next career move? We're seeking an ambitious Senior Commercial Assistant who is ready to take the next step towards leadership.
This is more than a senior support role. It's an opportunity to play a key part in a growing commercial team, influence stakeholders across the business, and develop into a line management position within the next 12 months.
If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, build relationships and progress your career, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
Working within our Commercial team, you'll provide guidance and support to Commercial Assistants while helping to drive consistency, collaboration and high standards across the function.
You'll work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including our client, building trusted relationships and representing the Commercial team with confidence and professionalism.
As the team continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to develop into a people management role, supporting and mentoring colleagues while helping shape the future structure of the team.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting the delivery of commercial activities across the contract.
- Acting as a senior point of contact for Commercial Assistants, providing guidance and direction.
- Building strong relationships with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders.
- Representing the Commercial function professionally across meetings and projects.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
- Supporting the future development and growth of the Commercial team.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Experience within a commercial, contract support or business support environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- The confidence and gravitas to influence others and represent the team professionally.
- Leadership potential, with the desire and capability to step into a line management role within the next 12 months.
- The ability to coach, support and develop colleagues.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
- Ambition to build a long-term career and progress within the business.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a supportive and growing team. You'll gain exposure to senior stakeholders, work on a high-profile contract, and have genuine opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress into management.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
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