146 Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Summary

Our client Cathodic Protection based in Grantham are looking to employ a Business Administration apprentice. The position will service all departments within the company providing project administration.

Annual wage: £12,480 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Working hours: Week A: 08:15 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. Week B: 08:15 to 17:00, Monday to Thursday (Friday off).
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 5 November
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Our client Cathodic Protection based in Grantham are looking to employ a Business Administration apprentice. The position will service all departments within the company providing project administration. In time they will manage projects from handover from the sales team until eventual delivery to the customer incorporating expediting, procurement, and logistic tasks. They are to ensure all projects are progressed and completed in line with customer and company requirements.

Please see the below link to qualification information:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0

Duties:

Data entry
Agreeing target dates for project milestones.
Communicating with customers.
Expediting internal and External suppliers to meet agreed milestones.
Reporting to internal stakeholders with regards to scheduling of shipments.
Procuring materials in line with the project’s cost and time targets.
Assisting the Project Manager with on-time deliveries.
Producing commercial and shipping documentation and arranging logistic activities.
Assisting with inspection activities and customer data / documentation requirements.
And any other reasonable ad hoc tasks as requested by a company manager / director.

The Person:

This position is the perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic individual within a relevant discipline keen to establish and progress a career in an engineering environment. Attitude is key, as you will be making a major contribution to the development of this progressive company.

Excellent attitude is a must
A willingness to experience and learn more.
Previous experience not necessary as training will be given.
Good communication and teamwork skills

Note: Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position.

Where you’ll work

VENTURE WAY

GRANTHAM

LINCS

NG31 7XS

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

LAGAT LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Level 3 Business Administrator qualification
One of LAGAT's training officers will come to visit you in the work place
Functional Skills in English, if required

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths (grade 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Team working

About this company

Operating since 1950 in 6 continents, Cathodic Protection Co. Ltd. is the preferred choice for companies requiring complete cathodic protection and marine anti-fouling solutions. From the Thames Barrier in London, the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi, to the Koniambo Nickel Mine in New Caledonia, the company has delivered many complex projects across the globe.

After this apprenticeship

Potential to progress onto higher level apprenticeship

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