Executive Search Administrator Apprentice
PROCUREX SEARCH LTD
Market Harborough (LE16 7WB)
Closes in 26 days (Monday 16 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 16 February 2026
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Summary
The Executive Search Administrator Apprentice will support the coordination, organisation of retained search assignments. The role blends administration, research, stakeholder communication, and project coordination. You will work closely with the founder and support live executive search projects across international markets.
- Wage
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£13,741 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–Friday
• 9:00am–5:00pm
• 1 hour lunch
• 35 paid hours per week
• Office-based in Market Harborough
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 13 April 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
Key Responsibilities
Project & Administrative Support
- Coordinate search assignments from briefing to completion
- Maintain accurate records within CRM and recruitment systems
- Manage candidate documentation and project trackers
- Support scheduling of interviews and stakeholder meetings
- Ensure compliance with data protection and GDPR standards
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Communicate professionally with candidates and via email and phone
- Collate and distribute feedback from interviews
- Prepare candidate summaries and formatted documentation for client presentations
Support onboarding administration for successful candidates
Research & Process Support
- Conduct market research to support talent mapping projects
- Assist with identifying potential candidates using LinkedIn and digital tools
- Support preparation of job descriptions and candidate packs
- Help manage pipelines and internal reporting metrics
- Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to improving internal systems and workflows
- Support implementation of agreed administrative processes
Help track and report key project metrics
Where you'll work
Harborough Innovation Centre
Wellington Way, Airfield Business Park
Market Harborough
LE16 7WB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
RHG CONSULT LTD
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
During your apprenticeship you will undergo remote learning through:
Live webinars
Forums
One to ones with a dedicated learning coach giving constant feedback and coaching through RHG’s team of experienced learning coaches
You will gain the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard qualification
More training information
- Through this apprenticeship, you will develop skills in:
- Business communication
- Professional stakeholder management
- Organisational systems and processes
- Data management and compliance
- Project coordination
- Problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Commercial awareness within a professional services business
- You will receive structured off-the-job training alongside day-to-
- day mentoring within the business.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer
Procurex Talent Solutions is a boutique executive search firm operating within the supply chain technology and transformation market.
We partner with high-growth software providers, consultancies, and innovative end-user organisations across the UK, Europe, and North America to deliver business-critical hires.
Our work is research-led, consultative, and relationship-driven. We focus on specialist roles where quality, judgement, organisation, and candidate experience matter.
We operate in an executive search setting, working closely with clients and candidates, where attention to detail, structure, and communication standards are key.
https://procurex-ts.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
Office-based professional working environment
Direct coaching and mentorship
Clear progression and long-term career opportunities
After this apprenticeship
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is a clear pathway to:
- Permanent Executive Search Administrator role
Candidate Consultant progression - Long-term development within retained executive search
- We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
RHG CONSULT LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000015736.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Monday 16 March 2026 at 11:59pm)