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Mears Group Plc

Senior Commercial Manager

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Mears Group Plc
Provider of UK housing repairs, maintenance, care services, development and facilities management
24d ago
£70,000 - £70,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Caerphilly, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
5,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Maintenance
Housing Management
Social Care
Design
Engineering
Technical Services
Facilities Management
Sector Specialisms
Housing Management
Building Repairs and Maintenance
Housing with Care
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Public Sector Building
Affordable Homes
Personal Care Services
Homelessness Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
commercial management
data analytics
compliance governance
client delivery
budgeting forecasting
employee relations
  • Support contract negotiation, renewal, and variation processes, ensuring favourable and sustainable commercial terms.
  • Lead end-to-end commercial management of the contract, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and ensuring profitability.
  • Leverage data analytics and digital tools to enhance financial reporting, forecasting accuracy, and operational insight.
  • Provide operational cover for key roles as needed to maintain continuity and service standards.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety plans and maintain accurate records in line with regulatory requirements.
  • Support the integration of social value and sustainability objectives into commercial decision-making and reporting.
  • Manage employee relations with support from HR, ensuring fair, lawful, and effective practices.
  • Ensure robust governance of financial controls, audit trails, and commercial documentation to maintain compliance and transparency.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, cost optimisation, and enhanced value delivery across the contract.
  • Represent the commercial function in client meetings, board reviews, and external audits.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across commercial and operational teams.
  • Contribute to commercial strategy and business planning, ensuring alignment with client objectives and organisational goals.
  • Collaborate with operational teams to ensure commercial alignment and effective service delivery.
  • Produce regular performance reports on cost, productivity, and customer insight to inform decision-making and client engagement.
  • Provide strategic input into pricing models, bid submissions, and contract variations to support business growth and competitiveness.
  • Lead procurement strategy and negotiations with the supply chain, ensuring value for money and adherence to budgetary authority.
What you bring
excel
financial modelling
driving licence
leadership
stakeholder engagement
contract management
  • Experience in risk management, procurement, and strategic planning.
  • Extensive experience in a senior commercial role within asset management, housing, or FM sectors.
  • Advanced financial and contract management capabilities, including Excel and financial modelling.
  • Full clean UK driving licence.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex contracts and drive commercial performance.
Benefits
  • Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
  • Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Staff perks with Mears Rewards - Share save scheme, and discounts on weekly groceries, holidays, plus much more.
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Company
Overview
Revenue Tops £1.13亿
Annual Revenue
The company achieved over £1.13 billion in revenue during 2024.
Founded in 1988
Year Established
The company was established in Gloucestershire in 1988.
Over 700,000 Homes
Social Homes Managed
The company maintains over 700,000 social homes across the UK.
  • Rapid growth through acquisitions and organic expansion.
  • Specialist teams provide rapid-response and planned maintenance, refurbishment, boiler servicing, fire safety, and retrofitting services.
  • Delivers tailored care-with-housing schemes and manages tenancies, leaseholds, and emergency accommodation.
  • Builds affordable homes, handles capital works, and offers full lifecycle facilities management.
  • Strategic acquisitions have shaped its full-service housing platform.
Culture + Values
  • Customer First – We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
  • Make a Difference – We work with passion and drive to make a real difference.
  • Be Accountable – We take ownership and are responsible for our actions.
  • Teamwork – We believe in the power of collaboration and working together.
  • Integrity – We act with honesty and transparency in everything we do.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero target
By 2050
A commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
50% reduction target
Carbon emissions by 2030
Aiming to reduce carbon emissions by half by 2030.
  • Sustainable construction practices and solutions.
  • Investment in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy sources.
  • Reducing waste to landfill through effective recycling programs.
  • Partnerships with suppliers to improve sustainability across the supply chain.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% by 2025
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve a gender balance target with 40% women in leadership roles by 2025.
  • Continuous monitoring and reporting on gender diversity.
  • Annual training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
  • Support for gender pay gap reporting and reduction initiatives.
  • Encouraging flexible working to support diverse teams.
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