Business Admin Apprentice (Recruitment)

Summary

Sphere Solutions are currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Recruitment Consultant or Apprentice Business Administrator to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience in a busy recruitment office while working towards a recognised qualification.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Hours: Full-time, office-based Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (37.5 hours per week)

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Answering incoming calls and dealing with candidate enquiries
Writing and posting engaging job adverts on major job boards (e.g. Indeed, CV Library)
Reviewing and vetting incoming job applications
Uploading candidate details to our CRM system
Conducting reference checks and chasing candidate compliance
Supporting the recruitment team with general administrative tasks
Making outbound and inbound calls to support recruitment campaigns

Where you'll work

16 Mary Seacole Road
Plymouth
PL1 3JY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SKILLS TO GROUP LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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

You will undertake your apprenticeship training through Skills Group, where you’ll benefit from high-quality, work-based learning tailored to your role. As part of your development, you will attend college two days each month. In addition, a dedicated assessor will carry out regular workplace visits to support your progress, provide guidance, and ensure you’re on track with your qualification.

Sphere Solutions will provide you with:

Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced recruiters
A clear pathway for progression, including the opportunity to earn commission after 3-months
The chance to gain a recognised qualification while gaining valuable industry experience
A friendly, professional, and supportive working environment

Requirements

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

IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency with a strong presence across Wales and the South West, including Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton. We specialise in connecting top construction talent with the best job opportunities in the industry.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there is a clear progression route available to become a Recruitment Consultant. This next step will allow you to take on greater responsibility, including managing your own client accounts, sourcing and placing candidates, and contributing directly to business growth.

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