Sales, Commercial & Administration Apprentice

FASTLINE STEEL SERVICES UK LTD

Liverpool (L2 0NE)

Closes in 19 days (Tuesday 30 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 9 June 2026

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Summary

Join Fastline's growing Liverpool office and develop valuable skills across sales, estimating, project support and business administration. This apprenticeship offers real responsibility, practical experience and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a successful and expanding UK business.

Wage

£14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Salary will be reviewed in line with company policy, performance and progression throughout the apprenticeship.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm.

35 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

2

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 candidates will support a variety of sales, estimating, commercial and administrative activities. 

Duties may include assisting with customer enquiries, preparing quotations, updating business systems, supporting project administration, maintaining records, assisting with procurement activities and providing general office support. 

Full training, mentoring and development will be provided throughout the apprenticeship.

Where you'll work

Northern Office 14 Castle Street 4th Floor
Liverpool
L2 0NE

Training

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

Training provider

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY 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 training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

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
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Positive attitude,
  • willingness to learn
  • professional manner
  • reliability

About this employer

Fastline Steel Services UK Ltd is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of steel perimeter security and fencing systems, serving customers across construction, infrastructure, utilities, education, sport and industrial sectors. Operating from facilities in the Midlands, Liverpool, Bristol and Stoke, Fastline is investing in the continued growth of its sales, commercial and operational hub and is committed to developing talented individuals through long-term career opportunities.

http://www.fastlinesteel.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Successful apprentices will have the opportunity to progress into permanent roles within sales, estimating, project coordination, procurement, administration or wider commercial functions, depending on aptitude, performance and business requirements. Fastline is committed to developing and promoting talent from within wherever possible.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

Tammy Timmins

tammy.timmins@thelearningfoundry.co.uk

07966 970 289

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000036068.

Apply now

Closes in 19 days (Tuesday 30 June 2026 at 11:59pm)