The Role
Commercial Administrator We are looking for experienced Commercial Administrator to join us on a permanent basis. You will be office based in Stratford Upon Avon supporting our Orbit Social Housing branch.
You will be supporting the Commercial function and reporting to the senior Quantity Surveyor This role offers part-time hours as follows: Monday-Thursday will be Part time hours 10am-2pm Friday will be Full time hours from 8.00am- 4.30pm or 8.30am-5pm Our Services Fortem Solutions are a very successful Nationwide business specialising in the Social Housing sector for over 20 years.
We provide Repairs & Maintenance, Planned, Retrofit, Capital Works and Decarbonisation workstreams within Local Authorities and Housing Associations and are part of the Willmott Dixon Group. Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing covers over 17,000 properties across Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing.
We are currently rated as 4.5 on Glassdoor and 93% of staff would recommend to a friend! Duties & Responsibilities Commercial Administrators support the commercial team with general administration tasks ensuring they are completed promptly and accurately. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!
Commercial Administrator responsibilities will include: Input accurate and timely information, including supplier and subcontractor details Allocate costs for purchase orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy Daily handling of both incoming and outgoing telephone calls Use of Excel (data input and reports) Assist with sending out enquiries and raising purchase or subcontractor orders Maintain accurate financial records and manage invoice schedules Produce clear and accurate documents and correspondence Support the team to meet deadlines and achieve business targets What will you need?
Commercial Administrator experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Excel skills should include (Spreadsheets, V-Lookup, Pivot tables) and the ability to input data and basic formulas into Excel Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Effective communication and interpersonal skills Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel if required by the business Benefits Competitive salary (Pro rata for part time hours) Eligible for company performance annual bonus which is up to 10% of base salary (pro rata) Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Annual pay reviews Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private Pension with Employer contribution of 3-6%, Life Insurance and direct access Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme.
Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who we are and why we are a great place to work! Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company.
As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential.
For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that we may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage early applications. Please apply with your updated CV or if you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
Commercial Administrator in London employer: Fortem
Amplius Housing is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. With competitive salaries, generous leave policies, and a commitment to career progression through extensive training opportunities, we ensure our team members thrive in their roles. Our focus on social housing means that your work directly contributes to improving the lives of residents across Northamptonshire, making every day meaningful and rewarding.
