Business Administration Apprentice

SHEILA TARR LTD

SOUTHAMPTON (SO31 1BB)

Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026

Posted on 19 February 2026

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Summary

PETA Ltd are proud to be working with Sheila Tarr to recruit and train a Business Administration Apprentice to support with a variety of duties. We are looking for someone who has strong organisational and interpersonal skills, who is efficient in completing tasks to high standards.

• Wage:

  £15,600 a year

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  Potential for salary increase throughout apprenticeship

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 09.00 - 17.30.

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Monday 13 April 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

Do you have a positive attitude and are confident in communicating at all levels? Are you eager to learn and develop in a professional and exciting role? If so, keep reading to find out more about the Business Administration Apprenticeship with Sheila Tarr.

The Business Administration Apprentice role with Sheila Tarr is an exciting and varied role, your duties will include but are not limited to:

• General office duties including filing, scanning and managing post and office supplies
• Meeting and greeting clients who come into the office
• Assistance in collection of management information
• Supporting advisers with various tasks
• Ensuring office spaces are clean and tidy for both staff and visitors
• Gather information to allow for preparation of review packs
• Research for advisers (performance, charges etc)
• Daily chase list/updating clients
• Arranging client appointments and coordinating diaries
• Answering phones/client queries
• IT support

This role has been identified as being a role which includes competencies falling under regulatory framework. As such there are areas of training needed through the year. This training can be developed over time depending on the extent of work carried out:

• Gain an understand of the key characteristics, risk and features of both investments and products available through the firm
• Build an understanding of general tax implications and costs to be incurred by the client in the context of transactions
• Understand company view and culture in-line with consumer duty
• Ensure behaviour and actions adhere to company expectations
• Understand issues relating to market abuse and anti-money laundering
• Understand what a conflict of Interest is, how it may arise and how to manage it
• Understand the company gift and inducement policy rules
• Keep up to date with changes in company policies and procedures
• Recognise the difference between information and advice

Where you'll work

54 BOTLEY ROAD
PARK GATE
SOUTHAMPTON
SO31 1BB

Training

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

Training provider

PETA 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

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. You will complete a 15-month apprenticeship which includes 12 days at the PETA training centre in Cosham. You will be supported every 6 weeks with visits from your PETA Learning & Development Coach.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade C/4)
• Maths (grade C/4)

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

Skills

• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Able to interpret data
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to empathise
• Able to build relationships
• Can-do attitude
• Knowledge of MS Office

About this employer

Our business has been built on the ideal from Sheila Tarr that the client comes first and this is still central to our proposition.

Sheila Tarr established the business in 1997 and it has become a reputable, local business that receives large levels of client referrals, something which we pride ourselves on. The firm recognises the need to continually develop to ensure we offer our clients comprehensive and clear advice. Our core values drive excellence throughout our work and our relationships with clients, colleagues and other specialist advisers.

Sheila Tarr consist of a dedicated team with several decades of combined experience in financial services.
Everyone in the business shares the same passion for putting our customers first and providing the right advice and solutions for every individual.

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Company benefits

• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Support with relevant and approved qualifications – funding for material and exams
• Free parking
• Close to public transport links

After this apprenticeship

Sheila Tarr is looking to offer a permanent position to the successful candidate following completion of the business administration apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PETA LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000016689.

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Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026

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