Commercial Analyst

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Commercial Analyst to join our fast-paced Commercial team. As a Commercial Analyst, you will lead service charge and business rates management while supporting the team’s success through impactful analysis and financial modeling. If you’re ready to thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment and make a real difference, we encourage you to apply!

Main Responsibilities of the Commercial Analyst Role

 Key Duties and Responsibilities for Commercial Analyst

As a Commercial Analyst, you will be a vital part of the Operating Management department, overseeing the daily management of business rates across all UK assets. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the CBRE Services contract and supporting the Head of Commercial Operations for the UK business rates contract.

• Overseeing GL Hearn Services for Croydon assets, including intermittent occupation, budgeting, forecasting, appeals, and development projects.

• Preparing and communicating rates budgets, forecasts, and tracking performance using advanced financial modeling.

• Managing the rates balance sheet account and collaborating with Finance on all related financials.

• Conducting Service Charge and Business Rates analysis for new deals, developments, and reconfigurations, identifying opportunities and risks.

• Reviewing service charge models to ensure compliance with the RICS Code and correct allocation of costs.

• Supporting Finance in analyzing service charge caps and impacts on future deals.

• Managing utilities contracts and agreements for new and existing tenants.

• Preparing business cases and evidence for rate appeals and assisting in group revaluation engagements.

As part of a collaborative team, you will also work closely with other Commercial Analysts to ensure resilience across utilities budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.

 What Makes This Commercial Analyst Role Special?

At URW, your contribution as a Commercial Analyst will directly impact the success of key property operations. You will gain exposure to budgeting, financial forecasting, rates management, and commercial strategy in a premium real estate environment. Join a workplace where innovation, community engagement, and career development are at the heart of everything we do.

 Commercial Analyst – Essential Skills and Requirements

What You’ll Need:

• Degree qualified with a strong background in commercial analysis and financial reporting.

• Demonstrated project-based review experience supporting senior management decisions.

• Strong financial modeling and advanced spreadsheet skills.

• Exposure to financial reporting and the delivery of new commercial initiatives (preferred).

• Previous experience in UK Retail Property, Utilities sectors, or understanding of the UK Energy Market (favored but not required).

• Excellent analytical thinking, with the ability to deliver insights into operational and financial impacts.

• Sound commercial awareness and proactive problem-solving skills.

Please note: This role is not suited for those seeking traditional management or corporate accounting roles.

 Why URW is the Place for a Commercial Analyst

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we are more than just a real estate leader — we are pioneers of urban regeneration and premium destination experiences. Working at URW means:

• Access to continuous learning through leadership programs and online training platforms.

• Competitive benefits including pension plans, bonuses, health and dental insurance, gym discounts, and wellbeing programs.

• Being part of a team that promotes diversity, inclusion, and community engagement.

• The chance to truly make a difference while redefining city living and shopping experiences.