Business Office Administration Apprentice

Summary

Bilfinger UK are looking for candidates to join the business as a Business Administrator apprentice Business administrators have transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied in all sectors. This includes small and large businesses alike. Duties include dealing with CRM systems in relation to staff attendance and payroll.

Wage: £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 15.30pm
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 1 July
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 aim of the Apprenticeship in Business and Administration is to support and engage with different parts of the organisation and interact with internal or external customers
With a focus on adding value, the role of business administrator contributes to the efficiency of an organisation, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested
As the administrator you will be dealing with CRM systems in relation to staff attendance and payroll
The flexibility and responsiveness required allows the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills
The business administrator is expected to deliver their responsibilities efficiently and with integrity - showing a positive attitude
The role involves demonstrating strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopting a proactive approach to developing skills
The business administrator is also expected to show initiative, managing priorities and own time, problem-solving skills, decision-making and the potential for people management responsibilities through mentoring or coaching others

Where you’ll work

Bilfinger UK Limited

4th Street Offices

Fawley

Southampton

SO45 1TX

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

CSM CONSULTING 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

CSM will deliver the apprenticeship standard Business Administrator Level 3
Functional skills English and maths if required

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade A* - C or 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
Presentation skills
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs. We have extensive experience in onshore and offshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning. This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

https://www.uk.bilfinger.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

To develop into a fully qualified business Administrator within the company and the potential to develop this role beyond in to team leader

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CSM CONSULTING LIMITED

01224 246246

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000303113.

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Closes on Wednesday 30 April 2025

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