Business Administration apprentice

PERSPECTIVE (SOUTH EAST) LTD

Bexhill-On-Sea (TN39 5ES)

Closes in 19 days (Monday 1 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 August 2025

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Summary

We have a fantastic opening for a business administration apprentice who will be based in our Bexhill-on-Sea office. You will need to be motivated, friendly and professional and be able to assist with general office duties. A keen attention to detail and a willingness to learn is essential.

Wage

£18,200 a year

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. 1 hour lunch each day.

35 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 October 2025

Duration

1 year 6 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

This role forms a key part of the team and, as such, you will be involved in the day-to-day administration of wealth management.

Your duties will include:

  • General Office Support - taking phone calls, enquiries, requests, greeting visitors who visit the office/offering refreshments and managing incoming mail
  • Client Correspondence - Drafting emails, letters and other documents for clients
  • Data Entry & Record Keeping - Entering data and maintaining client records on the company software system with a view to learning how to produce our client valuation/review packs
  • Document Management - Typing, photocopying, scanning documents
  • Office Supplies - Monitoring and ordering office supplies, ensuring reception area is tidy
  • Processing - Processing new business applications for clients and requesting illustrations from providers

Where you'll work

High Weald House
Glovers End
Bexhill-On-Sea
TN39 5ES

Training

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

Training provider

EAST SUSSEX COLLEGE GROUP

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

  • As part of the apprenticeship, you will complete the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
  • You will receive a grade Pass or Distinction on completion
  • The delivery will take place in the workplace and the final exams at one of East Sussex College's campuses
  • The apprenticeship will be delivered fully in the workplace, and you will have assessor meetings every 4-6 weeks and workplace reviews every 10-12 weeks to monitor your progress. There will also be monthly workshops

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4/C/Level 2 Functional Skills)

Desirable qualifications

A Level in:

In any subjects (grade C or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Organisational Skills
  • Good communication
  • Confident with IT software
  • Experience with Word and Excel

About this employer

For over 35 years, Perspective has provided expert, specialised financial planning and wealth management advice to clients. The Bexhill-on-Sea office is one of Perspective’s 53 offices across the UK.

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Company benefits

• 25 days holiday • Birthday leave • Holiday purchase scheme • Life Assurance • Company sick pay

Disability Confident

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

  • Potential permanent full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EAST SUSSEX COLLEGE GROUP

Katie Parris

katie.parris@escg.ac.uk

03030039871

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000336523.

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Closes in 19 days (Monday 1 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

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