Business Administration Apprentice

Summary

Bromhead Chartered Accountants are seeking a friendly and driven individual to join our admin team as a business administration level 3 apprentice. Duties will include electronic document submission, organising office supplies, plus more.

Annual wage: £14,000 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 5pm. The position is office based.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Thursday 24 October
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 will include but are not limited to:

Front desk duties
Typing
Electronic document submission
Organising office supplies
Updating databases and providing support to our clients and team by ensuring they have what they need when they need it.

The administrative team is consistently engaged, playing a critical role in the firm's operations. As such, it's essential for you to demonstrate initiative, working through tasks methodically and logically.

If this marks your initial step into the workforce after leaving school, we boast a rich tradition of apprenticeship training. Should you envision a career in administration as your path, we eagerly anticipate joining you on this journey, offering our support even before your first day.

Where you’ll work

HARSCOMBE HOUSE

1 DARKLAKE VIEW

ESTOVER

PLYMOUTH

PL6 7TL

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

SKILLS TO GROUP 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

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English GCSE (grade A* - C (equivalent to 4-9))
Mathematics GCSE (grade A* - C (equivalent to 4-9))

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
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

You will be responsible for delivering the initial client experience, so self-awareness and a desire to serve are essential. You should have a keen eye for detail, exceptional organisational skills, and enjoy handling a variety of tasks. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. We are ready to train you if you bring plenty of positive attitude and enthusiasm! Teamwork is fundamental to this role.

About this company

We put our clients at the centre of everything we do and our systems and processes are designed to help us look after you throughout your business journey. We advise ambitious and dynamic businesses, social enterprises, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all aspects of business, tax and growth. We will be with you every step of the way, making your life easier and offering great advice to help you achieve your dreams.

After this apprenticeship

Once successfully completed, the candidate may be offered a role within the company based on the need at the time
With a Business Administration apprenticeship, the candidate could continue learning/specialisation in areas such as HR, finance, marketing and more

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