Business Administration Apprentice (Recruitment Sector)

THE KELLAN GROUP PLC

London (EC2R 8DQ)

Closes in 12 days (Thursday 19 March 2026)

Posted on 27 February 2026

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Summary

A well established busy recruitment company based in London is looking for a motivated Business Administrator Apprentice to join their well established and growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a recognised qualification through The Apprenticeship Centre.

• Wage:

  £18,000 a year

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  There will be regular performance and salary reviews throughout the apprenticeship, with the opportunity for pay increases based on performance, development and progression within the role.

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 23 March 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 3 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

No two days are the same — you’ll be right at the heart of the recruitment process, helping candidates find work and supporting businesses across London. As part of this friendly and fast-paced office, you’ll be supporting Recruitment Consultants and Management Teams with a variety of key administrative tasks, including:

• Assisting consultants with day-to-day administration support
• Conducting ID checks and Right to Work verification
• Supporting candidate onboarding and compliance processes
• Writing and formatting CVs for candidates
• Updating and maintaining internal database
• Answering calls and handling general enquiries
• Managing emails and booking interviews

Where you'll work

27-32 Old Jewry
London
EC2R 8DQ

Training

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

Training provider

THE NVQ TRAINING CENTRE 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

Teaching and learning the skills, knowledge and behaviours within Business Administration.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 6)
• Maths (grade 6)

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

Skills

• Administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Initiative
• IT skills
• Number skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working

Other requirements

This is an office-based role in London. You will be required to travel to and from the workplace daily. Is the location suitable?

The role is fast-paced and can be busy at peak times, so you must be able to manage your workload and prioritise tasks.

Recruitment is target-driven, and you will be supporting consultants who work to deadlines.

A high level of attention to detail is essential, particularly when completing ID checks and Right to Work documentation.

You will be speaking to candidates and clients regularly, so confidence and professionalism are important.

You will need to be committed to completing off-the-job training and coursework as part of the apprenticeship programme.

About this employer

Recruitment

After this apprenticeship

Potential for a full-time permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, with opportunities to progress into a Recruitment Consultant or Senior Administrator role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE NVQ TRAINING CENTRE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018206.

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Closes in 12 days (Thursday 19 March 2026)

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