Apprentice Business Administrator - Operations Assistant

TRADEMARK PROPERTY SOLUTIONS LTD

Cheadle, SK3 0XA

Closes tomorrow (Tuesday 17 September at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 September 2024

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Summary

Exciting opportunity to join Trademark Property Solutions in our rapidly growing, team in property management. We are on the lookout for an energetic and organised Business Administrator to work alongside our operations director. If you're detail-oriented and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Annual wage
£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year

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Competitive salary and benefits package. Increase in pay with experience.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 09.00 - 17.30, including unpaid lunch break

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 30 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

Responsibilities:

  • Be the right-hand person to our operations director
  • Keep our daily business operations running smoothly
  • Maintain and update company records and databases like a pro
  • Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails and phone calls with a smile
  • Prepare eye-catching reports, presentations, and other documents
  • Schedule and organise meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements with precision
  • Support the team in exciting project management tasks and ensure timely completion
  • Bring fresh ideas to improve processes and implement best practices
  • Jump in and help with other fun administrative tasks as needed

Where you’ll work

Europa Business Park

67 Birdhall Lane

Cheadle

SK3 0XA

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

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

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

    • Apprentices will be working towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Standard
    • Apprentices will be supported via an agreed training plan. Training will be discussed at enrolment and will include input from the employer, training provider and apprentice
    • The apprentice will receive monthly workplace or virtual visits with a dedicated assessor
    • The assessor will set individualised learning tasks as part of the apprentice’s workplace training that will incorporate your daily role and duties
    • There is no set mandatory qualification within this Standard, however all training will be delivered to allow students to stretch to the highest grade at EPA (distinction). 8 weekly reviews will monitor progress by all parties
    • Apprentices completing this standard, will gain 15 months of practical training and the remaining 3 months will be dedicated to End Point Assessment preparation

    The EPA consists of:

    • Knowledge test
    • Portfolio based interview
    • Project presentation  

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 4/C or above)
    • Maths (grade 4/C or above)

    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
    • Problem solving skills
    • Administrative skills
    • Team working
    • Enthusiastic
    • Positive attitude
    • Confident dealing with people
    • Hardworking
    • Motivated
    • Desire to learn & succeed
    • Strong work ethic
    • Good multitasker
    • Able to work independently
    • Presentable
    • Reliable and punctual
    • Friendly

    Other requirements

    Customisable training for succession planning. Work directly with the director/ training for future leadership. Grants/funding for entrepreneurial ideas within the business. A collaborative and supportive work environment where you can shine.

    About this company

    At Trademark Property Solutions, we're not just managing properties—we're creating experiences! As a vibrant and rapidly expanding company, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch property management with a personal touch. Our young, energetic team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Join us and be part of a fun, dynamic workplace where your ideas matter and your growth is our priority!

    http://www.trademarkpropertysolutions.co.uk (opens in new tab)

    Company benefits

    State of the art equipment provided. Employee reward scheme celebrating successes. Team meals/nights out/Networking opportunities. Health/Wellbeing programme/Supportive environment/4 weeks holiday per year.

    After this apprenticeship

    • Possible permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
    • Lots of opportunities for growth and advancement within the company

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

    apprenticeships@tscg.ac.uk

    01618867461

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000274509.

    Apply now

    Closes tomorrow (Tuesday 17 September at 11:59pm)

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