Commercial Analyst

Axis Europe Plc; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted property services specialist is looking for a detail-driven Commercial Analyst to enhance the commercial performance of operational teams. This role involves reviewing completed works, identifying value maximization opportunities, and preparing reports for management. Ideal candidates will have experience in responsive maintenance, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a company that values progression, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Long-service awards

Perkbox discounts

Paid volunteer day

Training and progression

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience working within responsive maintenance or housing repairs.
• Strong working knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR).
• Experience in producing commercial reports and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review completed works to ensure accurate valuation.
• Identify opportunities to maximise value.
• Review and approve subcontractor claims.

Skills

Strong analytical ability

Attention to detail

Strong decision-making skills

Ability to multitask

Confident problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job management systems

Job description

Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with over 55 years’ experience, employing 1,500+ people and supporting 250+ clients nationwide. We work with some of the UK’s largest landlords, housing providers and asset owners, delivering responsive repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment and improvement works across thousands of homes.

The Role

We’re looking for a detail-driven and analytical Commercial Analyst to support the commercial performance of our operational teams.
You’ll play a key part in maximising revenue, protecting margin, and ensuring all completed works are accurately valued, recorded and compliant.

Working closely with operational managers, finance, clients and the supply chain, you’ll provide insight, reporting and commercial control that keeps our contracts running efficiently and sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

• Review completed works to ensure accurate valuation using Schedule of Rates (SOR) and agreed contract mechanisms.
• Identify opportunities to maximise value and minimise commercial risk across repairs and voids workflows.
• Review, verify and approve subcontractor claims, ensuring costs are captured accurately and in line with delegated authority.
• Raise purchase orders, manage cost capture and support financial month-end processes.
• Prepare commercial and performance reports for management, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities.
• Support periodic commercial reviews with Commercial Managers, Finance, and operational leads.
• Maintain and improve commercial processes, documentation and systems to drive efficiency and consistency.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams on commercial matters, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of queries.

About You

You’re commercially aware with a strong eye for detail, capable of interpreting data, challenging inconsistencies and supporting informed decision-making.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing accuracy with deadlines and demonstrating confidence when liaising with multiple stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience working within responsive maintenance, housing repairs or a similar contracting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR).
• Experience producing commercial reports, analysis, or performance summaries.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Confident decision-maker with sound problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail.
• Competent user of job management systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Long-service awards recognising key milestones
• Perkbox: discounts on coffee, cinema, travel, wellbeing and more
• 1 paid volunteer day per year
• Training, support and progression — Axis promotes from within
• Inclusive culture with a focus on wellbeing, teamwork and continuous improvement