Business Administrator Apprentice
DAVISONS SOLICITORS LIMITED
Wolverhampton (WV1 4DJ)
Closes in 24 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 6 March 2026
Contents
Summary
We are looking for a motivated and keen individual to join our team as a business administrator apprentice where you will be given hands on experience and a qualification at the end of it.
- Wage
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£14,924 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
35-hours (allows for 1-hour lunch break per day which is unpaid)
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 20 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- 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
As our Business Administrator Apprentice, you'll support the daily operations of the business, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as:
- Managing emails, phone calls, and correspondence
- Maintain organised filing systems for both physical and electronic documents
- Supporting various departments with administrative tasks
- Updating our case management system
- Providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders
Key responsibilities include.
- Administrative support within the office: Assisting with file opening and closing, maintaining electronic records on our case management system, and updating client information
- Document Production: Preparing, scanning, copying, and filing legal documents
- Communication: Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally
- Reception duties
- Compliance: Ensuring all tasks adhere to data protection, confidentiality, and company policies
What you’ll gain from completing your apprenticeship with Davisons Law.
- Completing the apprenticeship will provide you with a nationally recognised qualification (Level 3 Business Administrator) which is valuable and can be used as a stepping stone for future career advancement or further qualifications
- You will receive on the job training with experienced mentors
- You will work in a friendly and supportive work environment
- You will gain industry specific knowledge - working in a law firm provides a unique perspective into the legal sector, with an understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and the specific administrative needs of a law practice
- You will develop key administrative skills such as managing schedules, handling correspondence and working with legal case management software
- You will develop your communication skills both written and verbal through liaising with clients, colleagues, or external parties
- You will gain knowledge from completing job-specific tasks
- You will develop a strong set of transferable skills, such as time management, teamwork, and problem-solving, which can be beneficial in any career field
Where you'll work
21 Waterloo Road
Wolverhampton
WV1 4DJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IXION HOLDINGS (CONTRACTS) 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.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
This will be a blended delivery, a mixture of Microsoft Teams and face to face. All training will take place on site and within your working hours.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade Grade 4/C 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
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Interpersonal skills
About this employer
Davisons have been established for 40 years. We operate out of 19 offices throughout the Cotswolds, London, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and the West Midlands. Our aim is to offer clear, practical legal advice to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
We have experts in housing & property, family, wills & probate, employment, and litigation. We also have specialists in commercial law and offer a range of legal services for businesses.
https://davisons.law (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- 25 annual days plus bank holidays
- Your birthday off in addition
- Birthday voucher
- Additional days off during the firms Christmas shutdown
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, a permanent position with Davisons Law will be discussed.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IXION HOLDINGS (CONTRACTS) LIMITED
Manpreet Nijor
manpreet.nijor@shaw-trust.org.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019771.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)