Business Administration Apprenticeship - Birmingham
M AHED
Birmingham (B8 2TE)
Closes on Tuesday 2 September 2025
Posted on 24 July 2025
Contents
Summary
Mahmood Ahed & Co. are looking for a new Administration Apprentice! You will be studying toward your Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration.
- Wage
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£11,778 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday-Friday between 10:00-17:00.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 9 September 2025
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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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
Mahmood Ahed & Co., Chartered Certified Accountants in Birmingham, are seeking an enthusiastic, organised individual to join them as their new Business Administration apprentice.
The business can offer their new apprentice a supportive environment, where they will gain hands-on experience and work towards a nationally recognised certification.
Role and responsibilities:
- Within this accountancy practice, the apprentice will be responsible for:
- Carrying out reception duties such as answering phone calls, making appointments, answering queries and greeting clients for their appointments
- Keeping clients’ files and records in proper order
- Preparing letters of engagement and other relevant documentation
- Carrying out anti-money laundering due diligence
- Assisting senior staff in accounts and VAT preparations
- Working towards achievement of the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship qualification.
Where you'll work
Mahmood Ahe & Co, 784 Alum Rock Road
Birmingham
B8 2TE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS 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
Founded in 1974, we've been delivering market-leading learning and talent solutions for over forty years. We’re privileged to help individuals unlock their potential and realise the value of their skills and talents. We help build meaningful careers that give individuals security, satisfaction, and purpose – and in turn help organisations and wider industry meet the challenges of a changeable operating environment.
On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained your Business Administration Apprenticeship L3 Qualification.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
Other in:
- Maths (grade Pass (GC)
- English (grade Pass (GC)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
Other requirements
The closing date is guidance. If a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.
About this employer
Established over 20 years ago, in 1992, our business has grown greatly. We aim to provide our clients the best service, giving practical financial advice, and helping new businesses manage their finance. We recognise that your tax affairs and those of the business are inter-linked, so we aim to provide an integrated service to satisfy the needs of both.
After this apprenticeship
Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333628.
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Closes on Tuesday 2 September 2025
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