The role

Are you a recent graduate passionate about making a difference? Join us as a Sustainability Assistant and be part of a dynamic team driving forward our ambitious sustainability strategy.

This varied role provides a mixture of data, administration and project support; and is an excellent opportunity to put your sustainability passion and knowledge into practice to create real change.

Your responsibilities as a Sustainability Assistant will be:

Collate, process and analyse data accurately to improve sustainability performance and support Net Zero, compliance, and reporting goals
Support communications in sustainability, including drafting presentations or content for internal updates, reports, or external profile pieces
Co-ordinate and support sustainability projects for example in employee engagement, training, best practice, sales support, and Net Zero
Provide general administration - organise and maintain sustainability records as required and in alignment with compliance regulations
Research and summarise clearly key topics to support strategy development and insight within the team and wider business
Creatively and proactively contribute to team innovation conversations to advance progress for sustainability

About you

Passion and enthusiasm for sustainability and making positive change
It would be beneficial if you have a university degree in a relevant subject such as Geography, Environmental Science, or Sustainable Business, but it is not essential
Knowledge and understanding of sustainability issues and how they might impact businesses and supply chains
Capability to analyse quantitative data with attention to detail and ability to identify trends, issues, and opportunities
Strong written and verbal communication skills – able to convey information clearly to a range of audiences
Able to work independently with good organisation, initiative and time management skills
A team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the business.
Excellent administration skills – able to organise and maintain team emails and SharePoint files
Demonstratable experience in using Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel
It would be beneficial to have experience in customer service/administration roles

About us

We’re Commercial – a purpose-driven, people-first organisation that’s on an exciting journey to reach a £100m annual turnover and beyond. But what really defines us isn’t just the numbers – it’s the people, the culture we’ve built, and the innovative spirit that drives us forward.

As Business Transformation Specialists, we combine original thinking with practical expertise to improve the everyday experiences and outcomes for our clients. Our areas of specialism include Managed IT, Smart Technologies, Digital Workspace, Interiors, Office Supplies, PPE, Facilities, and Workwear.

We’re proud to be #commercialbynature – a team driven by values, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

And now is a particularly exciting time to join us. Our Commercial HQ is undergoing a full refurbishment – and you’ll be working in a brand new, state-of-the-art office space, purposefully designed to support creativity, collaboration, and wellbeing.

Our Benefits

We believe that people thrive when they feel truly valued and at Commercial, we make sure that happens every single day. When you join us, you’ll enjoy a desirable benefits package designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing, reward your hard work, and help you flourish in all areas of life. Here’s what you can look forward to:

A base salary of up to £24,570 per annum
An annual bonus scheme of £2,000, paid quarterly upon successful achievement of KPIs
Hybrid working structure with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week
A generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service
An enhanced family leave package to support you and your growing family
Life Insurance, offering peace of mind with cover equivalent to four times your salary
Access to health & wellbeing support – including 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Free mortgage advice from leading broker Charles Cameron & Associates, available to you, your family, and friends
Feel-good extras – including volunteering days, onsite parking at all four of our offices, free refreshments, an employee community platform to stay connected to like-minded colleagues, weekly company-wide Learning Days – a chance to share ideas, gain fresh insights, and explore a wide range of topics together, cycle-to-work and EV schemes, flexible working options, and much more!

Training and Development

At Commercial, we invest in our people, 86% of our Senior Managers and 80% of our Directors have been promoted within. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, your development journey is as unique as you are – and we’ll support you every step of the way by offering training and development opportunities for career growth.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Commercial, we believe our differences make us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued – no matter your background, belief, identity, or way of life.

We’re proud to stand beside one another through life’s ups, downs, and everything in between. Our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives – including support around menopause, neurodiversity, mental health, and more – are just one of the ways we look out for each other and celebrate what makes us unique.

We hire people, not checklists. So even if you don’t tick every box in the job description, we’d still love to hear from you. Your potential, passion and perspective might be exactly what we’re looking for!

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

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