Business Administrator Apprentice

Summary

Grantrow Ltd is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Admin Assistant Apprentice to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual eager to gain hands-on experience in administrative support within a culturally diverse and strategic business environment.

Annual wage: £12,480 to £22,308 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday. Working hours to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Sunday 29 September
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The successful candidate will learn and assist in all elements of administration including carrying out day to day customer service
financial management and general administration duties, along with minuting a range of meetings.
Our offices are very busy, the role requires the post holder to be very customer focussed, professional, friendly and a desire to help and take ownership of queries to ensure customers and the team are supported.
The role can at times deal with sensitive, highly confidential.

Where you’ll work

146 BRIDGEMAN STREET

WALSALL

WS2 9PG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Business Administor level 3 qualification
English and maths Functional Skills level 2 (if applicable)
20% off-the-job training.
Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade c,4 or FS level 2)
Maths (grade c,4 or FS level 2)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Grantrow LTD is a market innovator specialising in B2B business services, excelling in areas such as Marketing, Payroll, HR, Recruitment, and Employment Rewards. With a reputation for delivering tailored solutions that drive efficiency and growth, we are committed to helping businesses achieve their goals through our comprehensive service offerings. Our expert team combines industry knowledge with innovative strategies to provide unparalleled support and results. Due to the rapid expansion of our organisation both nationally and internationally, we are seeking to develop a new team of apprentices to propel our business forward. This initiative reflects our dedication to nurturing talent and fostering the next generation of professionals who will contribute to our continued success and leadership in the industry. At Grantrow LTD, we believe in investing in our people to sustain our trajectory of innovation and excellence.

https://grantrow.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Full time permenant position and career progression for the right candidate.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED

Thomas Ruston

thomas.ruston@junipertraining.co.uk

07739678213

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000274339.

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Closes in 8 days (Saturday 28 September at 11:59pm)

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