Business Administration Apprentice

CHANDLER GARVEY LIMITED

HIGH WYCOMBE (HP11 2XL)

Closes on Saturday 30 August 2025

Posted on 22 July 2025

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Summary

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop essential skills in a professional and supportive environment, also to gain a unique insight into the Commercial Property Industry. You will have the opportunity to work closely with each department, developing your skills through hands-on experience across a variety of functions.

Wage

£14,722.50 to £23,809.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm Fixed term contract for 15 months.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 1 month

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

  • Providing administrative support to departments as required
  • Supporting digital marketing efforts including content creation for newsletters, updating websites and corporate social media platforms
  • Assist in maintaining and updating internal databases and records accurately
  • Handle incoming calls and emails, directing enquiries to the appropriate team members
  • Prepare and format documents, reports and presentations as required
  • Schedule meetings and appointments, and support diary management for the team
  • Help organise and coordinate company events and internal meetings
  • Liaise with clients, tenants and suppliers where required
  • Ensuring company processes and procedures are completed efficiently

Where you'll work

4 PAULS ROW
HIGH WYCOMBE
HP11 2XL

Training

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

Training provider

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

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.

Training schedule

Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

Employer information Tell us about the organisation Chandler Garvey is a full-service commercial property agent operating in the Thames Valley and Buckinghamshire. We cover every aspect of commercial property – from sales, lettings, and acquisitions to property management, lease advisory, and strategic consultancy. We work with landlords, tenants, investors, and developers across offices, industrial units, retail spaces, and development land, offering expert advice and hands-on support throughout the property lifecycle. With over 30 years of experience, Chandler Garvey has built a strong legacy and trusted presence across the county.

http://www.chandlergarvey.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Staff recognition program Local business discount benefit, exclusive discounts at nearby stores and restaurants.

After this apprenticeship

  • After completing the Business Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship, there is a chance to join our team in a full-time role
  • The aim would be to grow into a position as an office-based Commercial Property Agent, helping with the day-to-day running, marketing, and management of commercial properties

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333216.

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Closes on Saturday 30 August 2025

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