Commercial Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Commercial Manager - Consumer Distribution
Job Req ID: 12970 Posting Date: 17-Mar-2023 Function: Commerical Services Location: 1 Braham Street, London, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive with great benefits Closing date for applications: Tuesday 28th MarchAbout EE Empowered, challenged, supported and rewarded, our people are the key to our success. Our people keep customers happy with great service, and our network, named best in the UK, is keeping their digital lives connected. Since becoming part of the BT family, we’ve focused on creating an energising culture that makes EE an even better place to build a career. We’re at the top of our game, and this is your chance to join us. At EE, we’re creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We’re therefore open to considering flexible working, things like part-time hours or other flexible options. We also offer emergency time off for dependants in addition to generous maternity and paternity leave. It’s our way of helping people find a job that suits them, so talk to us during the recruitment process to find out where you could fit in.
Why this job matters
The Consumer Distribution Team leads activity on behalf of Commercial that will support delivery of the MTP and Consumer Strategy in the mid/long term. Key areas of responsibility for the team:
- Development of strategic recommendations to evolve our distribution channels
- Commercial support for structural changes in propositions developed by Marketing (including EE Match Fit)
- Support delivery of digital channel shift and omni-channel outcomes.
This role is focused on supporting the development of commercial strategy for our channels, inc the enablers, capabilities and outcomes that will deliver commercial performance.
What I’ll be doing – your accountabilities
- Support in the development of the commercial strategy for our channels in relation to transformational programmes and structural change in our propositions portfolio over the next 12-18 months
- Use commercial analysis, intuition and expertise to break down problems and develop recommendations
- Identify and size the commercial implications of a business change
- Develop the outcomes and KPIs that will measure commercial performance of a strategic initiative
- Build out a view of the enablers required to support the delivery of agreed commercial outcomes, working cross-functionally to secure buy in for the execution of these
- Support in development of business cases for strategic initiatives
- Develop and gather insight to understand the evolution of consumer channel preference, competitor distribution approaches, third party strategies (e.g. affiliates, social channels) to input in to the development of strategic recommendations already developed or for the future
- Present updates to senior cross-functional stakeholders
Skills required for the job
- Strong commercial acumen and financial literacy
- Influencing and relationship building skills across a range of stakeholders inc Finance, Channel Trading, Commercial Planning & Trading, Marketing, Digital
- Experience supporting the development of commercial strategy
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to identify opportunities and risks with reference to customer life cycle
- Being a change agent, adapting quickly and delivering change effectively.
Experience you would be expected to have
- Strong analytical experience
- Experience working in cross-functional teams with ability to demonstrate delivery of desired commercial outcomes
- Commercial context – understanding market implications from commercial approaches
- Telco experience
What’s in it for you? What are the benefits?
At BT, we entertain, educate and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development. Benefits of working for BT include:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme - you contribute 5%, BT contributes 10%
- World-class training and development opportunities
- 25 days’ annual leave (not including bank holidays)
- Volunteering days, so you can give back to your local community
- Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
- Share option schemes
- Flexible benefits to fit around you.
BT is an equal opportunities employer. We’re working hard to create an inclusive working environment, where people from all backgrounds can succeed. We want to make sure your recruitment experience is the best it can be – so, if you’re selected for an interview, please let us know if there’s any adjustments we can make that would be helpful for you.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Telecommunications Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Commercial Manager roles across BT's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Telecommunications Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £83,470 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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