Data Administrator Apprentice

Employer description:Ipsum Utilities Ltd are a leading provider of specialist utility and infrastructure support services. We work in partnership with our customers across both regulated and non-regulated environments to optimise asset performance, supporting the security, resiliency and longevity of their critical networks.

Responsible for maintaining accurate records and assisting in the preparation and processes that ensure information is provided in a timely manner to the technical services team, the business and our clients and ensuring data is both accurate and of a good quality.

Overview:We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice. The technical services team work closely with the operational aspects of the business, as Data Administrator you will assist with collating, filing and maintaining such information to support these activities.

Salary:£16,000 per annum.

Duties / Accountabilities:

• Maintaining records to update job status
• Carrying out validation procedures
• Working in conjunction with the operational side of the business
• Preparing presentation of deliverables including reports
• Using a range of software, including Microsoft Excel and industry specific applications
• Data entry and updating confidential commercial information
• Using software applications to produce plans and producing schedules
• Following client specifications as necessary

What we are looking for: Knowledge & experience:

• Previous data analysis experience is desirable
• Basic level of understanding of data analysis and processing principles
• General office and administration duties
• Familiarity with working from maps and plans

Skills & personal qualities:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Numerate and literate
• Communication skills
• Personable telephone manner and customer service skills when dealing with clients calls
• Commitment to task completion
• Can-do attitude
• Able to work individually and within a team
• Attention to detail

Entry requirements:

• 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
• Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.

For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website.

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday inc. Bank Holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee welfare loan scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Social events
• Career progression

Future prospects:90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.

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