Job Description

Job Introduction

Junior Commercial Manager - Queens Hospital, Romford


Salary: 43,000 - 47,000 per annum


Bonus: Up to 10%


Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday



About the Role


We're seeking a talented and driven Junior Commercial Manager to join our Hard FM (Estates) team at Queens Hospital, Romford. Working as part of Sodexo's Health & Care segment, you'll play a key role in managing the commercial and contractual performance of our healthcare estate operations.


This role is ideal for a commercially astute professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about driving value and compliance across complex PFI contracts.



What You'll Do

Support the UK Commercial Manager and Head of Estates in delivering all commercial and contractual obligations. Lead on commercial communication with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors. Oversee supply chain performance, ensuring value for money and compliance with contractual requirements. Manage site-specific risk registers and ensure risks are effectively controlled and communicated. Provide commercial and contractual advice to the operational estates team. Ensure documentation, audit trails, and compliance logs are accurate and up to date. Review and implement performance-measured supply chain models for optimal efficiency. Support lifecycle and project delivery within the PFI environment, ensuring commercial viability and operational compliance.


What We're Looking For

Degree (BSc or equivalent) in Business Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIMA, or ACCA) preferred. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills. Excellent written, numerical, and verbal communication. Strong understanding of Health & Safety and PFI/Hard FM contracts. Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital systems (CAFM/BMS). Able to stay calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. Confident, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset.


What We Offer

Competitive salary: 43,000 - 47,000 per annum Bonus opportunity of up to 10% 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Opportunities for career growth and professional development Be part of a supportive, high-performing team within one of the UK's leading healthcare facilities


If you're ready to take the next step in your commercial management career and make a tangible difference in a vital healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you.



About Sodexo


At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.


We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.


We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.


Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.


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