Commercial Advisor- London

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Job Title: Commercial Advisor
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid / Flexible working (UK-based office)

About the organisation

This organisation is a specialist consultancy providing project finance and advisory services to both public and private sector clients. Its expertise combines advanced financial modelling with deep knowledge of infrastructure and energy projects.

Services include commercial and financial advisory refinancing due diligence model development and audit and training. The organisation has supported a large number of projects across multiple sectors and international markets working with major clients and high-value investments.

Operating as part of a wider global group the business serves clients through an international network of offices. Core sectors include low-carbon energy transport decentralised energy systems and large-scale infrastructure. Typical projects span areas such as renewable energy transport networks social infrastructure and public service delivery.

The organisation is committed to equal opportunities diversity and inclusion and places strong emphasis on employee wellbeing. Regular team and social activities support a collaborative and engaging working environment.

About the role

As a Commercial Advisor you will manage and deliver projects to a high standard often acting as a primary client contact with support from senior colleagues. The role involves providing commercial market and sector-specific expertise while contributing to the development of a specialist practice area.

You will work collaboratively across teams supporting project delivery and resource coordination and contribute to business growth through client engagement and development activities. A particular focus of the role is advising on energy and infrastructure projects including renewable energy.

Key responsibilities

• Managing multiple client engagements or project components independently
• Building and maintaining client relationships identifying needs and developing proposals
• Overseeing the commercial performance of projects to ensure quality and profitability
• Delivering high-quality outputs in line with internal standards
• Providing technical guidance to junior team members
• Developing sector expertise and contributing to knowledge sharing
• Supporting innovation and the development of repeatable solutions
• Managing project scope timelines and client communication
• Identifying and communicating risks and issues early
• Participating in project reviews and continuous improvement activities
• Maintaining professional development where relevant
• Contributing to performance review processes and feedback cycles
• Supporting accurate time recording and project tracking
• Promoting team wellbeing and positive working practices
• Building effective working relationships across teams

Ideal experience

• Experience in commercial consulting or a similar role within industry or investment environments
• Involvement in large-scale infrastructure or energy projects ideally within low-carbon sectors
• Experience in project management business case development reporting and due diligence
• Strong client-facing experience including proposal development and advisory delivery

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. business economics law finance engineering or sciences)
• Postgraduate qualification desirable but not essential
• Relevant professional qualifications or memberships are advantageous

About you

You are a motivated and adaptable team player capable of managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality work to deadlines. You are comfortable working with complex information and have a strong interest in infrastructure and energy transition.

Key skills and attributes include:

• Curiosity and problem-solving mindset
• Interest in energy transition and infrastructure investment
• Strong understanding of financial drivers and ability to communicate their impact
• Confidence in decision-making and using initiative
• High attention to detail particularly in financial and analytical work
• Clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Resilience under pressure and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong research and analytical skills