Commercial Manager

About the Role

We are working with a growing financial services organisation to recruit an experienced Commercial Manager to support their continued international expansion, with a particular focus on Mainland China.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional who is fluent in both English and Mandarin and has a strong network and experience of working across China and the UK, particularly within financial services.

You will play a key role in driving business growth, developing strategic partnerships, and strengthening relationships across both the UK and China markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver commercial and business development strategies to support growth


• Identify and secure new business opportunities and partnerships


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners across the UK and Mainland China


• Lead business negotiations with Chinese organisations and stakeholders


• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of contacts within Mainland China


• Drive B2B relationship development and networking opportunities


• Prepare commercial proposals, reports, and forecasts


• Monitor performance against revenue and profitability targets

We are looking for a commercially astute individual who brings both international experience and strong relationship-building skills:

• Fluent in Mandarin and English (essential)


• Proven experience in financial services (B2B environment)


• Demonstrable experience in:


• Developing and maintaining business relationships


• Negotiating with Chinese businesses


• Commercial deal-making and partnership development


• An existing network within Mainland China (highly desirable)


• Strong business acumen and ability to identify growth opportunities


• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills


• Willingness to travel to China for face-to-face business activity

• Salary of £48,000 – £52,000 (DOE)


• Hybrid working model


• Opportunity to work across UK and international markets


• Exposure to high-level commercial strategy and negotiation


• Long-term career growth within a developing business

• Based in Bristol, with occasional travel to London for internal/external meetings


• Future international travel to China required


• Standard working hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Fri)

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