Commercial Lead, Financial Manager

Job Title: Commercial Lead - Housing Association

Location: Kent

Salary: £60,000

We are recruiting for an experienced and commercially astute Commercial Lead to join the leadership team of a well-established Housing Association. This is a pivotal role responsible for driving commercial performance, ensuring robust financial and contractual controls, and maximising business value across operations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will work collaboratively with operational, procurement, and finance teams, leading a high-performing commercial function that supports business growth, profitability, and excellent service delivery.

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of the business.
• Ensure effective management of costs, revenue, cash flow, and supply chain relationships.
• Lead and develop the commercial team, fostering accountability and commercial awareness.
• Provide strategic support to senior management.
• Monitor financial performance and manage contract compliance.
• Oversee variations and valuations, supporting tendering activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and suppliers.

• Significant commercial management experience, ideally within a construction, repairs, or property services environment.
• Excellent analytical and data interrogation skills.
• Advanced Excel capability and strong contractual knowledge.
• Proven negotiation skills.

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent industry experience.

• Confident leader capable of building strong relationships at all levels.
• Ability to develop high-performing teams and resolve challenges collaboratively.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering business results while embodying company values and culture.