Business Administrator Apprentice
DATALINK ELECTRONICS LTD
LOUGHBOROUGH (LE11 5XS)
Closes in 26 days (Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 13 July 2026
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Summary
Join Datalink Electronics as a Business Admin Apprentice & gain hands-on experience supporting sales, purchasing & admin functions.You'll work as part of a friendly & experienced commercial team, developing valuable business skills while contributing to the day- to-day operations of a growing electronics manufacturing company.
- Wage
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£15,600 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 to Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (8-hours worked per day)
Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm (5.5-hours worked), 30-mins lunch.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Thursday 1 October 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
An average day could include:
- Supporting the sales team by preparing quotations, processing customer orders and responding to customer enquiries
- Assisting the purchasing team by raising purchase orders, communicating with suppliers and monitoring delivery schedules
- Maintaining accurate customer, supplier and product information within the company's ERP system
- Providing general administrative support, including filing, document control and preparing reports
- Communicating with customers, suppliers and colleagues via email and telephone
- Supporting stock enquiries, order progress updates and continuous improvement projects
Where you'll work
8 JUBILEE DRIVE
LOUGHBOROUGH
LE11 5XS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LEICESTER 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
Business Administrator Level 3.
80% of this apprenticeship will be spent working with the employer and 20% will be 'off the job', which includes attending Leicester College, Freemen's Park Campus one day every other week.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
- Maths (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
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
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Candidates may be asked to complete an English assessment as part of the application process. This will be sent via the email address showing on the application form.
About this employer
Datalink Electronics is a UK-based electronics manufacturing company specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of high-quality electronic and electro-mechanical solutions for customers across a range of industries.
As a growing business, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation and customer service. Our team works collaboratively to deliver bespoke solutions, and we're committed to investing in people by developing the next generation of skilled professionals through apprenticeships. Apprentices joining Datalink Electronics will receive hands-on training, support from experienced colleagues and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career.
This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in business with a growing electronics manufacturer. You'll gain practical experience across sales, purchasing and business administration while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.
You'll receive on-the-job training, support from experienced colleagues and the opportunity to develop a broad range of commercial skills.
http://www.Datalink-Electronics.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
- Discretionary bonus maybe available
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position and future career progression within Datalink Electronics.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LEICESTER COLLEGE
Nicky Jones
nijones@leicestercollege.ac.uk
07500916875
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042157.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm)