Business Administrator Apprentice

MOODY DIRECT LTD

NOTTS (DN22 7SN)

Closes on Friday 8 May 2026

Posted on 25 March 2026

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Summary

Supporting the sales, purchasing, and wider business teams, this apprenticeship involves carrying out general administrative duties and providing day-to-day office support. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills and progress into an internal sales position.

Wage

£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm, Fridays 9am - 4pm.

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 June 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

  • Processing quotations and sales orders
  • Following up on quotations and supporting the order process
  • Accurate data entry, including price lists and quotations
  • Using systems such as Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Office, and Outlook
  • Handling incoming calls, directing enquiries, and taking messages

Where you'll work

WEST CAR ROAD INDUSTRIAL EST
STIRLING ROAD
RETFORD
NOTTS
DN22 7SN

Training

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

Training provider

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE TRAINING GROUP 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

Training will be delivered through Nottinghamshire Training Group (head office, Worksop), with sessions held on alternate Tuesdays at the centre and alternate Tuesdays via remote learning.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • Proficient in using computers
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent memory and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritise tasks effectively
  • Well-developed organisational skills

About this employer

Moody Direct, based in Retford, Nottinghamshire, is a leading supplier of process and packaging solutions to the dairy, food, beverage, brewery, ice cream, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries. Originally part of the Moody Group, founded by Paul Moody in 1975, Moody Direct was established in 1996 and serves a wide customer base across the UK, Ireland, and internationally.

We offer a comprehensive range of products and services, including:

  • Capital equipment and components (new and pre-owned)
  • Machinery spare parts
  • Scheduled and ad-hoc equipment maintenance
  • Equipment calibration
  • Projects and commissioning
  • Plate Heat Exchanger testing and refurbishment
    With customers ranging from small producers to blue-chip multinational companies, we provide tailored solutions designed to reduce operating costs, increase production, and maintain efficiency. Our extensive offerings make us a one-stop shop for all manufacturing needs.

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

After this apprenticeship

With the opportunity to progress into an internal sales role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Alison Feeney

alison.feeney@nottstraining.co.uk

07862636228

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023199.

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Closes on Friday 8 May 2026