Business Sales Administrator Apprenticeship HARLEQUIN OFFICE FURNITURE LTD

A leading supplier of office and welfare furniture and are looking to recruit a business administration apprentice for their team. You will undertake all aspects of business sales administration as required within the business.

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Closing date: 07 Jun 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    17 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    28 Feb 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000234586

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Answering the phone to customers and transferring calls
  • Reading CAD plans to generate quotes, producing quotes from query and converting into order, processing using Sage/Microsoft 365 software.
  • Emailing quotes and operational information to customers
  • Dealing with suppliers to discuss lead times, collating detail and information and looking at alternative products for customer orders.
  • Administrative support for the office and client managers
  • Job to evolve over time.

The training you will be getting

Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship standard:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Whilst in the workplace, apprentices will also receive any additional training support and guidance required from their dedicated tutor
  • Attending weekly classes to achieve the Standard
  • Level 3 Business Administration qualification

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • The successful candidate will be given the opportunity of full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / 4 +) Desired

About the employer

Harlequin Office Furniture supplier to businesses throughout the UK, across most industries and formed in 1991, continuing to be a positive and recognised provider of office and welfare furniture nationally. We have designed, planned and managed thousands of projects both nationally and internationally. These ranged from a single site office, to fully bespoke turnkey facilities. Our commitment to these 3 sectors has seen Harlequin grow into a market leader in this industry. Recently Harlequin expanded to include 2 new dedicated departments. Our HR team means that our employees are always looked after and able to deliver the service we pride ourselves in.

Employer

HARLEQUIN OFFICE FURNITURE LTD

Address

UNIT 2

DUNLOP WAY

QUEENSWAY BUSINESS PARK

DN16 3RN

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Training

Training provider

MCARTHUR DEAN TRAINING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Julie Curtis

Julie@mcarthurdean.co.uk

01482 210093

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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