Business Administration Apprentice

LIL PACKAGING LTD

Huntingdon (PE29 7EB)

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

Posted on 24 August 2026

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Summary

Start your career in business administration with us. You’ll gain experience across our business, developing skills in administration, customer service, finance, sales and purchasing while working towards a recognised Level 3 Business Administrator qualification. A fantastic opportunity to learn, develop and build a long-term career.

Wage

£24,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Minimum wage up to age 18,  £13.45 per hour 18+ (we are a member of real living wage).

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 8:55am–5:00pm and Friday, 8:55am–4:30pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch each day. Apprenticeship training is included within normal working hours.

37 hours 15 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 28 September 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

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to different departments across the business.
  • Answer telephone calls and respond to emails in a professional and helpful manner.
  • Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets and information on company systems.
  • Assist with customer orders, quotations, invoices and general correspondence.
  • Support the sales, purchasing, finance and customer service teams with administrative tasks.
  • Prepare documents, reports and other information using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers and colleagues to help ensure information is communicated accurately and on time.
  • Assist with filing, data entry and maintaining organised electronic and paper records.
  • Develop strong communication, organisation, time-management and problem-solving skills through practical experience and apprenticeship training.

Where you'll work

13 Windover Road
Huntingdon
PE29 7EB

Training

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

Training provider

THE COLLEGE OF ANIMAL WELFARE 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

The apprentice will work towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. Training will be provided by The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) Business School in Huntingdon.

The apprentice will develop practical skills and knowledge in business administration, communication, organisation, IT, project support, business processes and working effectively with colleagues and customers.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will achieve the Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.

More training information

This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career to gain experience across a growing manufacturing and ecommerce business. The apprentice will work with experienced colleagues and gain exposure to different departments and business functions. Full support and training will be provided throughout the apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • 5 Subjects (grade 4/C or Equivalent)
  • English (grade 4/C or Equivalent)
  • Maths (grade 4/C or Equivalent)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Business Studies (grade 4/C or Equivalent)
  • IT (grade 4/C 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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Time management
  • Friendly and approachable
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Positive and enthusiastic
  • Organised and methodical
  • Professional and polite
  • Hardworking, willing to learn
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Confident communication
  • Positive attitude to teamwork
  • Keen to develop a career
  • Independent and Teamwork
  • Willing to learn new systems
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Prioritisation skills
  • Able to meet deadlines
  • Follow company procedures
  • Learn about areas of business

Other requirements

This is an office-based role involving regular computer and telephone use. The apprentice will be expected to work at a computer for periods of the working day and will need to be organised and able to manage multiple tasks. The role is based at our Huntingdon premises.

About this employer

Manufacturer of cardboard and corrugated packaging. We specialise in bespoke prestige packaging for online commerce as well as supply our own stock range on our web site.

http://www.lilpackaging.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Sick pay after 12 months' service, Vitality healthcare after 3 months' service (optional), and 4 x salary death-in-service benefit. 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Free parking, auto enrollment pension.

After this apprenticeship

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

The successful apprentice will be offered a full-time permanent position on successful completion of the apprenticeship, subject to satisfactory performance. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career within Lil Packaging, with the department and future role agreed based on their skills, interests and the needs of the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE COLLEGE OF ANIMAL WELFARE LIMITED

Justin Groves

jgroves@caw.ac.uk

01480 422060

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000049620.

Apply now

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