Business Admin Apprentice

MAVCORP LTD

PLYMOUTH (PL4 0SF)

Closes in 17 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 10 August 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a motivated SDR to join our sales team in a hybrid capacity. As a business specialising in social selling training, this role offers an opportunity to learn cutting-edge modern sales techniques. The apprentice will focus on identifying new business opportunities and booking meetings for staff while undertaking training.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
8.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.

40 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 7 October 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

  • Social Prospecting: Leverage LinkedIn and digital platforms to identify and engage decision-makers
  • Outbound Outreach: Initiate contact via social messaging, cold calling, and email campaigns
  • Lead Qualification: Assess prospective clients to ensure they match our ideal customer profile
  • CRM Management: Track sales pipeline activities and accurately log interaction data
  • Learning & Development: Participate in internal coaching and complete mandatory apprenticeship coursework

Candidate requirements:

  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Good listening and questioning skills
  • Basic computer and digital skills
  • Able to research companies and individuals online
  • Comfortable speaking to new people by phone, email and social media Good organisation and time management
  • Able to follow a process and keep accurate records
  • Willingness to learn sales, prospecting and customer relationship skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good standard of written English

Where you'll work

UNIT 333-340
FARADAY MILL TRADE PARK
CATTEWATER ROAD
PLYMOUTH
PL4 0SF

Training

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

Training provider

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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 4-9 (A*-C))
  • Math (grade 4-9 (A*-C))

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

Other requirements

  • Confident and approachable
  • Curious and willing to ask questions
  • Positive and enthusiastic
  • Resilient and able to handle rejection
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Self-motivated
  • Patient and persistent

About this employer

We empower businesses to thrive through training, consulting, coaching, and publishing. Our aim is to challenge conventional thinking, help businesses create measurable impact through their marketing and equip them to achieve sustainable growth.

https://maverrik.io/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

For the right candidate, there will be opportunities to progress within the company after completing the apprenticeship. Once qualified, they can develop their skills and experience further, take on increased responsibility, and progress into more senior roles within the business. We are keen to support ambitious employees who demonstrate commitment, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

Tim Scott-Lloyd

tim.scott-lloyd@plymouth.gov.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000047256.

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Closes in 17 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)