Business Administrator Apprentice - Level 3

Business Administrator Apprentice - Level 3

This vacancy is for a Business Administration Apprentice based in Blackpool. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to support the business with general administrative duties as well as other ad-hoc duties defined by management.

Our client:

Our client was founded in its present format in 1982. It quickly gained a reputation for being capable of tackling more than just the routine compliance functions and is now one of the largest independent firms of accountants on the Fylde coast in Lancashire. From their location in Blackpool they provide accountancy services to companies and individuals throughout England.

The role:

Possible start date: 08.04.2024
Monday - Friday, 8:45am to 5.00pm.
Total hours per week: 36.5

The general administration duties within this role may include:

• Filing - both accountancy and insolvency paperwork (if departments require it)
• Photocopying/scanning documents
• Taking banking - cash/card handling (as/when required)
• Distribution of completed work by Admin Manager to relevant colleagues
• Incoming post to be split into departments, to be date stamped, scanned and sent to relevant recipients
• Emailing clients with forward on post
• Making sure books/records & deliveries go to the correct department/staff member
• Setting up and maintenance of new/existing client's details on Practice Management
• Creating physical client files
• Preparing 'packs' to mail out
• Archiving and maintenance of archived files unit and database
• Ordering stock, stationery, shredding maintenance
• Reception cover - answering calls, typing, assisting client, etc (as/when required)
• General assistance to the Administration Team and other colleagues

The training you will receive:

• Level 3 Business Administration qualification
• All training is undertaken online, through a combination of self-paced eLearning and live online classes
• Functional skills in English & maths if required

Future prospects:

The opportunities in the world of business are endless. Many apprentices start in business administration, customer service or accountancy, which are great stepping stones into lots of exciting careers. You can go on to specialise in a particular field and into management. You will find people who started in administration working in all professional areas and at all levels. If you are good at IT and enjoy working with others then a Business Apprenticeship could give your career a great start.

Qualifications required:

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Technology (Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Personal skills required:

• Good communication
• IT
• Attention to detail
• Customer care
• Analytical
• Organisation
• Problem solving
• Patience
• Team working
• Logical thinking

The apprenticeship:
Qualification: Business Admin Level 3
Duration: 15 months