Recruitment Administrator Apprentice
WE HELP RECRUIT LIMITED
ST HELENS (WA10 2AY)
Closes in 15 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 14 May 2026
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Summary
www.whrtalent.com
Global Packaging Recruitment Experts.
We identify, engage and then present the world’s top packaging talent with their next opportunity.
- Wage
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£16,016 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday–Thursday: 09:00–17:15
Friday: 09:00–16:00
38 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 15 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 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
Kickstart your career in recruitment with a specialist UK & US packaging recruiter. Learn candidate management, business development, LinkedIn outreach, and sales skills while progressing towards becoming a full 360 Recruitment Consultant.
Where you'll work
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ENA WORKS
VOLUNTEER STREET
ST HELENS
WA10 2AY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ST HELENS COLLEGE
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 apprenticeship is delivered fully remote within the workplace led by an assessor.
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
- Willingness to learn
- Good time management
- Reliable
- Understanding of social media
- Interested in Business
- Be professional and positive
About this employer
We are a specialist recruitment business operating across the UK and US packaging industry, partnering with manufacturers, converters, and packaging businesses to help them hire high-performing commercial and operational talent.
Our market is relationship-driven, fast-paced, and highly specialist. We work closely with both clients and candidates, building long-term partnerships across areas including flexible packaging, labels, corrugated, cartons, machinery, and packaging sales leadership.
After this apprenticeship
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to progression into a full-time Recruitment Resourcer or Trainee Recruitment Consultant position within the business.
From there, the long-term pathway is towards becoming a fully-fledged 360 Recruitment Consultant, managing both clients and candidates across the UK and US packaging markets.
Further progression opportunities could include:
• Senior Recruitment Consultant
• Business Development Consultant
• Team Leader / Management positions
• Specialist market ownership within the packaging sector
The role is designed for someone looking to build a long-term career in recruitment and sales.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ST HELENS COLLEGE
appenquiry@sthelens.ac.uk
01744 623521
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000031725.
Apply now
Closes in 15 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)