Commercial Apprentice
EB CHARGING LTD
Recruiting nationally
Closes in 17 days (Monday 6 April 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 20 March 2026
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Summary
Blink is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Apprentice to join our team through the SYMCA (South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority) apprenticeship programme. This role is an excellent introduction to software renewal sales within the fast-growing electric vehicle charging industry.
- Wage
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£15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Friday 1 May 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 a Commercial Apprentice, you will support our software renewals process for existing clients. You will work closely with our commercial and account management teams to manage renewals, create quotes, maintain accurate customer records, and gain hands-on experience using Salesforce CRM. You will also build knowledge of our global Charge Point Management System (CPMS) platform and contribute to delivering a high-quality customer experience.
This apprenticeship is designed for individuals at the start of their commercial career who want to develop core sales, communication, and project management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Software Renewals & Client Support
- Support the end-to-end software renewal process for existing customers.
- Prepare renewal quotes and assist with sales documentation.
- Communicate with clients in a professional and timely manner.
CRM & Pipeline Management
- Maintain accurate customer information in Salesforce CRM.
- Track renewal dates, pipeline stages, and follow-up actions.
- Assist with reporting and internal coordination across teams.
Project & Operational Support
- Support small commercial projects related to customer lifecycle, contract updates, or pricing.
- Work with cross-functional teams, including customer success, technical support, and finance.
- Learn how a commercial function operates within the EV sector.
Product & Industry Learning
- Build knowledge of EV charging technologies and software.
- Learn the functionality of our Charge Point Management System (CPMS).
- Understand customer use cases and how software drives values
Where you'll work
South Yorkshire based
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
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.
Ixion Holdings will complete functional skills where necessary and will ensure Health & Safety, British Values and Equality & Diversity is embedded throughout the course.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4-9/A*-C)
- Maths (grade 4-9/A*-C)
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
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Familiarity with Salesforce or
- Basic understanding of softw
About this employer
Blink Charging is driving a cleaner future by making electric vehicle adoption easy and accessible: accelerating the shift from fossil fuels with reliable, convenient, and affordable charging solutions.
Our Corporate Governance and Sustainability Committee drives responsible practices that benefit society, the environment, and all stakeholders.
After this apprenticeship
Further progression in the organisation may be looked upon as a review of finishing an apprenticeship.
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 VAC2000022482.
Apply now
Closes in 17 days (Monday 6 April 2026 at 11:59pm)