Business Administrator Apprentice Level 3
BRIGHT (SOUTHWEST) LLP
Plymouth (PL1 3LF)
Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026
Posted on 23 April 2026
Contents
Summary
Bright Solicitors are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in a professional office environment while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.
- Wage
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£15,801 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 9am– 5pm with half an hour for lunch.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 June 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
The successful candidate will work across the business, supporting day-to-day administrative activities and developing a broad range of skills that are transferable to many future career paths.
- Assist the Business Support Department with administration, onboarding and offboarding of employees
- Assisting the IT Manager/ Marketing Lead with content control for website, uploading and coding for optimal SEO
- Document Template changes for the Practice Management System
- Assisting the IT Manager with staff desk set ups and team moves
- Assist the HR Officer with Human Resources Administration (ADHOC)
- Assist the IT Manager in supporting all office issues including hardware and software support (Microsoft Office, Telephone System, Practice Management System and other internal & external programs)
- Assist the Marketing Lead with Marketing Administration (ADHOC)
- Assist the Professional Support team with Reception cover and legal administration
- Assisting the IT Manager with administration of video conference facilities
- Assist the legal departments with Archiving and File Audit Administration
- Assist the Post Completion Department with Data Entry checking
- Assist the IT & Facilities Manager with facilities and maintenance management
Where you'll work
Studio 5-11
5 Millbay Road
Plymouth
PL1 3LF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ACHIEVEMENT 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
You will receive specific on-the-job training from the employer in your workplace at Bright Solicitors.
Off-the-job training will be delivered using weekly classroom sessions delivered at Achievement Training city centres location or you will be work based and will be given time in the working week to study towards the theory element of the programme. You will be working towards:
- Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard
- Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths (A*-C or 9-4 GSCE) will need to achieve this level before the end of their apprenticeship
More training information
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
- Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have
- They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Team working
- Initiative
- Enthusiastic
About this employer
Bright Solicitors is a young, dynamic, customer-centric law firm based in the historic city of Plymouth. Harbouring experienced and enthusiastic legal professionals, it specialises in Residential, Commercial, Investment and New Build property transactions, as well as Litigation, Employment, Corporate and Commercial law.
https://www.brightllp.co.uk/about/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- 25 Days Paid Leave (Plus Bank Holidays)
- Regular Staff Social Events and Networking Opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Free Indoor Bike Storage
- Paid Additional Gifted Christmas Leave
After this apprenticeship
- A Business Administration Apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to obtain a broad range of skills that can be applied to many different sectors
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ACHIEVEMENT TRAINING LIMITED
Achievement Training
Admissions@achievementtraining.com
01752 202264
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027481.
Apply now
Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026