Business Administration Assistant Apprentice - Rheinmetall Electronics Uk Ltd

Job Posted: 28 March 2024

• Contract Term: Apprenticeships
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £12.00 per hour
• Industries: Administration Apprenticeships

Closing Date: 28/04/2024
Job Start Date: April/May 2024

Here at The Isle of Wight College we work with a number of employers, in a vast array of industries. A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work as a Business Admin Assistant Apprentice at Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd in Newport, Isle of Wight.

Rheinmetall Electronics UK designs and manufactures advanced electronics products and systems. It operates internationally in the communications, defence, security and government services market, and is established as a world-leader in digital signal and video processing on embedded systems.

Rather excitingly, Rheinmetall is now looking to recruit a Business Admin Apprentice to join their team in Newport.

Tasks and Responsibilities will include:

Providing a wide range of clerical and administrative support to the business, including answering phone calls, greeting visitors, distributing mail, and preparing communications. The role also includes the management of all necessary business travel arrangements and carrying out admin support for the Sales team.

·        Answering phone calls, taking messages, and connecting calls to the relevant departments.

·        Receptionist duties.

·        Handling of both incoming and outgoing post.

·        Making employee travel arrangements and helping with minor technical issues.

·        Reviewing and maintaining written and computer files.

·        Planning meetings and taking detailed minutes if needed.

·        Writing and distributing emails, letters and forms.

·        Assisting in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.

·        Updating and maintaining office policies and procedures.

·        Maintaining complete stock of all office supplies and accuracy of inventory.

·        Welcoming visitors and providing general support.

·        Acting as the point of contact for internal and external clients.

·        Handling requests and queries from senior managers.

·        Coordinating and scheduling meetings and conferences.

·        Assisting the Sales team and H&S representative with various admin duties.

·        Ad Hoc administrative duties requested by all departments.

 

Qualifications and Skills required:

·        Good written and oral communications and strong interpersonal skills to deal with individuals at various levels.

·        Excellent IT Skills, including all Microsoft Office products.

·        Well organised, able to prioritise and work to deadlines.

·         Strong attention to detail.

·        A team player, with the ability to work independently.

·        Previous office administration experience is desirable but not essential.

Apprenticeship Standard:

• Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Apprenticeship duration will be between 12 -18 months + 3 months for End Point Assessment.

·        Functional Skills - if not already achieved a GCSE C/4 (or above) in maths and English (or equivalent qualification.)

·        There is a requirement to complete 6 hours per week of off the job training.

·        Monthly College attendance will contribute but time spent either learning something new, other courses or any support work that is not your usual role will also be counted.

Working Week:

·        30 hours per week (including ½ hr unpaid lunch break per day).

·        Monday to Friday. 

Wage:

£12.00 per hour.

 

So, if this sounds like the next step you want to take with your career, then please apply with a cover letter and CV telling us why you feel you would be the ideal person to take on this brilliant opportunity!