Commercial Assistant

AnaVation LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic eCommerce company in London is seeking a Commercial Assistant for a 12-month industrial placement. This role is ideal for 2nd-year university students looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will support the Buying team and engage in various projects. Ideal applicants are organized, proactive, and interested in eCommerce. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and a range of benefits including private healthcare and generous holidays.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Bonuses

Private healthcare (UK)

Flexible Working & Time Off

Career Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Specific to candidates in their 2nd year at university looking for an industrial placement opportunity.
• Ideally studying a degree related to business studies, strong interest in eCommerce welcomed.
• Comfortable working with data and drawing insights from it.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person for day‑to‑day tasks and queries related to the Partnership Investment project.
• Work with Buyers to review monthly plans and update content calendars.
• Support Buyers in securing supplier‑funded promotions.

Skills

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Confident communicator

Comfortable with data

Curious and proactive

Education

Candidates in their 2nd year at university

Job description

We’re the Moonpig Group – home to Moonpig, Greetz, Red Letter Days and Buyagift – and we’re on a mission to make people feel loved, celebrated and remembered. Whether it’s a card that gets them laughing out loud or a gift that makes their day, we help people stay close, no matter the miles.

We’re proud to be leading the online gifting revolution, with brilliant products, clever tech and a whole lot of heart. Our platform makes it easy to create moments that matter – packed with personal touches and delivered with care.

We’re not just about selling cards or gifts – we’re here to spread joy, spark smiles and make every celebration feel extra special. And with values that guide how we work and support one another, we’ve built a place where people (and ideas) can truly thrive.

If you’re looking to make an impact, bring your spark and be part of something meaningful – we’d love to have you on the team. 🌙🐷

Commercial Assistant (Industrial Placement, 12-month Fixed Term Contract) | 📍London – Hybrid | 💰Competitive Salary + Benefits

About the Role

We’re excited to be hiring a Commercial Assistant – a role created for someone required to complete a placement year in industry, that is curious about eCommerce and keen to build a career in Commercial to start in Summer 2026.

This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, offering hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, high‑growth business. You’ll mainly support the Buying team, whilst also supporting on projects within Trading, and Cards to see how great products, partnerships, and campaigns come to life.

You don’t need previous experience - this role is all about potential, curiosity, and willingness to learn. If you’re proactive, organised, and excited by the idea of getting stuck in, this could be the perfect first step in your Commercial career.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person for day‑to‑day tasks and queries related to the Partnership Investment project
• Work with Buyers to review monthly plans, update content calendars, and understand monthly and annual funding priorities
• Support Buyers in securing supplier‑funded promotions and maximising revenue opportunities
• Collaborate with Content, CRM, and Marketing teams to deliver brand activity and promotional campaigns
• Carry out regular site walks to capture and review brand activity, ensuring strong execution
• Manage rebate processes alongside Finance and ensure compliance
• Share performance feedback, sales data, and campaign insights with suppliers

About You

• This role is specific to candidates in their 2nd year at university looking for an industrial placement opportunity as part of their degree
• Ideally studying a degree related to business studies, but we would welcome applications from any subject area if you have a strong interest in ecommerce
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
• Comfortable working with data and drawing insights from it
• Curious, proactive, and keen to learn across a variety of projects

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to multiple Commercial teams and how they work together to create brilliant customer experiences
• Ownership of meaningful work that contributes directly to business success
• Development of core business skills including data analysis, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional collaboration
• A strong foundation for a long‑term career in Commercial
• A supportive, people‑first environment that encourages fresh ideas and celebrates growth

What’s in it for you?

💰 Competitive Pay & Bonuses: Plus, generous pension plans & staff discounts.

💆🏽 Wellbeing First: Private healthcare (UK), mental health support & dog‑friendly offices (London & NL).

🏖️ Flexible Working & Time Off: Generous holidays, hybrid working (1‑3 days in office, depending on role/team) & up to 20 days of international working.

📈 Career Growth: Learning allowances, coaching & development programs.

Want to know more?

Explore our full benefits package: here

Our Ways of Working:

We trust you to do what’s right, providing flexibility to balance work and life. We believe in giving you permission to innovate and focus on delivering meaningful results. We understand that effective ways of working are unique to each individual, role, and team, and we’re committed to supporting and discussing your specific needs throughout the interview process and beyond.

Moonpig Group’s Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity:

At Moonpig Group, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong. We celebrate what makes each of us unique, whether that’s our background, how we work best, or what matters most to us.

From working parents who need flexible hours to neurodiverse colleagues with specific working styles, we’re here to support our people in ways that work for them. Because when you feel valued and included, you can thrive, and so can we.

We’re proud to have a number of employee‑led groups driving this forward, including our LGBTQ+, Gender Balance, Neurodiversity and EMBRACE (Educating Myself for Better Racial Awareness and Cultural Enrichment) communities, plus our Group‑wide EDI committee. These teams help make sure every voice is heard and every idea has a place.

We know that diversity fuels creativity, innovation and connection, and that’s why we’ll keep pushing for progress. Together, we’re building a culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and free to be their brilliant, authentic selves.

If you have a preferred name, please use it to apply and share your pronouns if you are comfortable to do so 😊 – If you have any reasonable adjustment requests throughout the interview process please let us know on your application or speak to the Recruiter.