Commercial Operations Manager
Posted Today by Wild Berry Associates
£85,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London
Summary: The role of Commercial Operations Manager involves overseeing occupancy, rate, yield, and forecasting performance for a portfolio of prime Central London real estate. The position requires strong commercial judgement, negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes. Candidates should possess a finance or accounting background and demonstrate a commitment to business growth and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of occupancy, rate, yield, and forecasting performance across a real estate portfolio.
- Drive commercial outcomes and maximize asset performance.
- Engage with brokers, clients, and key stakeholders to build lasting relationships.
- Utilize advanced Excel capabilities for forecasting and commercial reporting.
- Negotiate commercial agreements and manage associated risks.
- Lead and develop high-performing teams.
Key Skills:
- Degree in Finance, Business, Commercial Management, or related field.
- ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified/part-qualified preferred.
- Strong finance or accounting background with commercial awareness.
- Proven experience in revenue, occupancy, and commercial performance management.
- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
- Calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
- Professional engagement with stakeholders.
- Ambitious and driven with a focus on business growth.
- Advanced Excel skills.
Salary (Rate): £85,000/annum benefits
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
About the Role
We are seeking a commercially astute and ambitious individual with a strong finance or accounting background to join our team.
You will take ownership of occupancy, rate, yield and forecasting performance across a portfolio of prime Central London real estate, playing a key role in driving commercial outcomes and maximising asset performance.
This is a highly visible position, requiring strong commercial judgement, confident negotiation, and the ability to build lasting relationships with brokers, clients and key stakeholders.
About You
- Degree educated (or equivalent) in Finance, Business, Commercial Management, or a related field
- ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified / part-qualified preferred
- Strong finance or accounting background with clear commercial awareness and the ability to add value quickly
- Proven experience owning revenue, occupancy, forecasting and overall commercial performance
- Calm, solutions-focused and confident operating under pressure
- Professional and credible when engaging with brokers, agents, clients and internal stakeholders
- Strong understanding of commercial agreements, terms and risk management
- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with a focus on securing the best commercial outcomes
- Advanced Excel capability, including forecasting and commercial reporting
- Ambitious and driven, with a mindset focused on contributing to business growth and board-level objectives
- A natural leader, capable of motivating and developing high-performing teams
- Confident, personable and career-focused, bringing positive energy and professionalism to every interaction
What We Offer
- Direct access to executive-level mentorship and leadership coaching
- Structured, tailored professional development from day one
- Genuine autonomy and the opportunity to influence key commercial decisions
- A collaborative, people-focused culture where your contribution is recognised
- We invest in our people - empowering you to take ownership, make decisions and continuously develop. You will be supported, challenged and given the opportunity to make a real impact from the outset.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.