Internal Sales / Business Administrator Apprentice

GB INSPECTIONS SYSTEMS LTD

BURNTWOOD BUSINESS PARK (WS7 3GL)

Closes in 25 days (Wednesday 31 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 December 2025

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Summary

We are a long established and reputable manufacturer of Ultrasonic Transducers and associated accessories, supplying customers across NDT, manufacturing, inspection, research, and automation.

We are looking for a motivated Business Administrator to support customer enquiries, prepare quotations, and help drive global sales growth.

• Wage:

  £14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  GB Inspections strives to pay above the minimum wage, offering quarterly pay increases dependent on progress. The starting could vary depending on experience, typically beginning at a lower rate but rising as needed within the first 12 months.

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:55am to 4:30pm (45 mins breaks) Friday 7:55am to 1:00pm (15 mins break)

  37 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 5 January 2026

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• Handle incoming enquiries and provide product information
• Prepare quotes and follow up on leads
• Process orders and provide necessary updates to customers
• Work closely with other departments and suppliers
• Maintain accurate CRM records

Where you'll work

UNIT 22A
COBBETT ROAD
ZONE 1
BURNTWOOD BUSINESS PARK
WS7 3GL

Training

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

Training provider

P.T.P. TRAINING 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 Administration Level 3 apprenticeship standard.
• Functional Skills if necessary.
• Online delivery with workshops on:
• Self-Awareness
• Managing Performance
• Communication and Time Management
• The Organisation and the Value of Your Skills
• Stakeholders
• Presentation Skills
• Business Fundamentals and Regulations
• Policies and Decision Making
• Project Management

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade at grade 4/C and above)
• Maths (grade at grade 4/C and 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
• Initiative

Other requirements

Experience in internal or technical sales is preferred.

About this employer

Here at GB Inspection Systems Ltd. we are a leading UK designer and manufacturer of Ultrasonic Transducers and Accessories, and a supplier of NDT Equipment, Consumables, Calibration and Servicing. GB Inspection Systems (GBIS) was founded in 1984, and offers a wealth of experience in providing an exceptional service to our global clients from within the NDT industry, with quality products at competitive prices.

https://www.gbinspection.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full training on product ranges and ultrasonic technology
• Opportunity to progress
• Supportive team environment
• Modern facilities and a growing global customer base

After this apprenticeship

To be decided upon completion of the apprenticeship. Possible progression into a full-time role. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000003968.

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Closes in 25 days (Wednesday 31 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

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