Business Administration Apprentice

About this opportunity

You will support sales, marketing, purchasing, production, and the accounts functions and learn how all these functions combine to support how the business operates.

A normal day would include:

• Preparing and processing documents such as sales orders, despatch notes, purchase orders, works orders and invoices
• Providing office support including customer and employee support
• Keeping well-organised files and records of business activity
• Keeping computer databases up to date
• Answering phones and connecting calls to the proper department
• Taking phone messages and passing them on
• Following up on business communications, billing, and ordering
• Communicating with suppliers and vendors
• Invoicing
• Collecting and inputting company data
• Writing and editing company correspondence
• Collecting and sorting post
• Assisting with minor technical support
• Participating in office meetings and taking meeting minutes
• Being ready for any other administrative tasks that are required

What you could go on to do: Career development opportunities are available to Apprentices who successfully complete the apprenticeship training program, who have gained valuable experience and have the drive, determination and intellect to progress in the Company. We have opportunities to forge a career in Accounting, Production and Sales/Marketing

How you will be supported: You will have an experienced and very friendly line manager in Michelle, and will be mentored by the General Manager. Structured job training on the various tasks outlined in the vacancy description.
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company in addition to the training received on site, to help you achieve your Apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next: New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

Interviews will be held at our site.

How you could get there: Timetabled public transport is problematic, so access to a car and driving licence is essential. You would need to be able to use a reliable means of getting to BL8 9RZ in order to start each day at 08:30

What you should have to apply

• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths or equivalent

Personal Qualities

• Friendly
• Sociable
• Polite
• Well-presented
• Positive attitude to learning
• Reliable

Skills

• Good organisational skills and ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time management skills
• Willingness to undertake any training provided