GRADUATE COMMERCIAL SUPPORT

Our Business

Neal Jones Furniture started nearly 20 years ago with the vision to design and create the most beautiful and appealing luxury marine and residential furniture. We are proud to boast that everything is made in the UK with the very best craftsmanship.

With quality, trust and fun at our core, we are a hard-working team with a family ethos. We are a fast paced, enthusiastic company and are looking for like-minded people to continue our success and flourish with us.

We are proud to be an award-winning business, recognised for our craftsmanship, international growth and workplace culture. In 2026, Neal Jones Furniture was also recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting the people, values and team culture behind everything we do.

With demand constantly rising, we are actively expanding our team by adding a new Graduate Commercial Support position.

How Can You Help Us?

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Graduate Commercial Support professional to join our team. Reporting directly to the Sales Director and working closely with them on a daily basis, this is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across sales, project coordination, client relationships and commercial operations within a leading luxury furniture manufacturer.

You will be exposed to every stage of the commercial process, from initial client enquiry through to project delivery, whilst developing an understanding of the international superyacht and luxury interiors markets.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Sales Director with enquiries, quotations and proposals.
• Preparing client presentations and sales documentation.
• Maintaining accurate customer and project records.
• Assisting with lead generation and business development activities.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure projects progress smoothly.
• Supporting project handovers between sales and project management teams.
• Monitoring project timelines and assisting with client communications.
• Conducting market and competitor research.
• Assisting with trade shows, exhibitions and client events.
• Providing general administrative support to the commercial team.

Requirements

Essential

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Management or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence working with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a customer-facing, sales support or administrative role.
• An interest in luxury interiors, furniture, design, manufacturing or the superyacht industry.
• Experience using CRM systems.
• Knowledge of international business or export markets.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and motivated individual who is eager to learn and develop within a growing luxury furniture business.

Career Development

This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and progression. Working alongside the Sales Director, you will gain first-hand exposure to high-value international projects and develop commercial skills that can lead to future opportunities within Sales, Business Development, Project Management, Account Management or wider leadership roles within the business.

International Exposure & Travel

Neal Jones Furniture works with clients, designers, project managers and shipyards across the world. The successful candidate will gain exposure to prestigious international superyacht and luxury residential projects and may have opportunities to travel within the UK and overseas to attend client meetings, trade exhibitions, supplier visits and industry events as their experience develops.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £28,000.00 per year

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 17:30

Permanent, full-time, based at our Lancaster office

Benefits Include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Corporate Gym Membership available at a reduced price
• Cycle to work scheme
• Multiple electric car charging points onsite
• Ample car parking
• A team day each quarter
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• 1-1 personal development plan
• Smart-casual dress code

Work Authorisation & Location

Work Authorisation: United Kingdom required

Work Location: In-person