Why Arup?

Arup is a unique organization that is owned and run by its employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we are able to attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.

Primary focus

As a Commercial Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to analyze and evaluate the financial and operational performance of a portfolio of projects and/or of a group within the company. Your role will involve gathering and interpreting data, and providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. The group commercial teams are responsible for driving and implementing best practice commercial approaches and tools in winning, setting up and delivering projects. Within this framework the Commercial Analyst assists the Group Commercial Manager in monitoring and maintaining the overall commercial performance of the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Working under the guidance of the Group Commercial Manager within a defined area of responsibility, this role may include being responsible for specific parts of billable projects.
• You will be responsible for checking the quality and accuracy of own and others work. Your work will encompass authoring non-standard letters, reports and other documentation.
• You will represent your team or group at internal meetings, and you may be involved in developing events, activities and internal projects of some complexity.
• Update project forecasts.
• Use and train others in Arup financial systems, understand and interrogate data.
• Assist in Continual improvement of the company’s commercial approach and processes as well as offering support where required to help support a successful commercial outcome.
• Assist in the development of the commercial acumen or our staff across all levels. Broadening skills and helping deliver consistent financial outcomes creates a positive working environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, quantity surveying or commercial/finance or similar area.
• Have between approximately 3–5 years relevant commercial experience in a Consulting or Construction organization in the buildings and/or infrastructure market preferred but not essential.
• Good commercial awareness and industry knowledge
• Have good analytical and reasoning skills and proven ability to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Good understanding of legal, contract management and project management principles and commercial management approaches, methodology, techniques and systems
• Highly effective communication, negotiation and persuasion skills – internally and with clients.
• High level of skill in the use of MS Excel and familiarity with Power BI

Skills & Attributes

• Proven ability to grasp business dynamics, making informed decisions to drive growth and success by integrating market insights.
• Ability to communicate clearly and adapt interpersonal style to connect with diverse stakeholders, fostering open dialogue and collaboration.
• Demonstratable ability to convey ideas precisely through writing, tailoring messages to resonate with various audiences and convey complex concepts effectively.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in work, meticulously reviewing all aspects to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Proven ability to contribute constructively in cross-functional teams, valuing diverse perspectives and building respectful relationships to achieve goals.
• Ability to build positive relationships by understanding needs and delivering value-added solutions, acting as a trusted partner.
• Demonstratable ability to embrace change with resilience, quickly adjusting and learning in dynamic environments.
• Ability to foster a creative approach to problem-solving, generating fresh ideas and encouraging an environment of innovation.
• Proven ability for continuous growth, quickly absorbing new knowledge and adapting to industry trends.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [Recruiter NAME Email] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our application process

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