Business Administration Apprenticeship
SONDER DIGITAL MARKETING LIMITED
Birkenhead (CH41 1EU)
Closes on Saturday 30 May 2026
Posted on 17 April 2026
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Summary
We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Admin Assistant to join the Sonder Media team and support the smooth day-to-day running of our office.
- Wage
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£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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£13,000 - £15,000
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts may work evenings and weekends.
Maybe asked to travel to social events.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Saturday 20 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 5 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
- Assist with the daily operations of the office, ensuring everything runs efficiently
- Prepare meeting rooms, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are ready
- Provide general administrative support to the team
- Schedule and manage social media posts across platforms
- Research and obtain pricing for events, venues, and services
- Coordinate calendars, meetings, and internal communications
- Handle ad hoc tasks to support the wider team
Where you'll work
1 Marcus Street
Birkenhead
CH41 1EU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION 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
- Work in a modern office as part of a supportive, creative team
We want to hear your ideas - Gain real-world marketing experience while studying for a Level 3 Marketing qualification
- Receive full training and development throughout your apprenticeship
- Opportunity for long-term career progression after successful completion
Requirements
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
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Patience
About this employer
At Sonder Media, we work with ambitious start-ups and growing businesses to accelerate their brand, visibility, and impact. We don’t just create campaigns, we create solutions that drive results. Our services include:
Content Creation
Social Media
Website Design & Maintenance
Business Consultancy
LinkedIn Training
Business Start Up Packages
After this apprenticeship
What is the expected career progression after a Business Administration Apprenticeship?
A Business Administration Apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a wide range of careers, as the skills gained are highly transferable across many industries.
Typical progression routes include:
- Business Administrator / Office Administrator
Continuing in an administrative role with increased responsibility, supporting teams, managing systems, and handling key business processes - Senior Administrator / Team Support
Taking on more advanced duties such as coordinating projects, supporting management, and overseeing administrative functions.
Specialist pathways, such as:
- HR Administrator - Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and employee records
- Finance / Accounts Assistant - Assisting with invoices, payments, and financial processes
- Customer Service Executive - Managing client relationships and queries
- Project Support Officer - Assisting with planning and delivering projects
Further Development Opportunities:
Learners can progress onto higher-level apprenticeships, including:
- Level 4 Business Administrator / Business Analyst
- Team Leader / Supervisor (Level 3 or 5)
- Operations / Departmental Manager (Level 5)
They may also choose to complete professional qualifications such as AAT (Finance), CIPD (HR), or ILM (Leadership & Management).
Long-Term Career Potential:
With experience and continued development, individuals can progress into roles such as:
- Office Manager
- Operations Manager
- HR Manager
- Project Manager
- Business Support Manager
Overall, this apprenticeship builds essential skills in communication, organisation, problem-solving, and digital systems, providing a clear pathway into a successful and long-term career in business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000026934.
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Closes on Saturday 30 May 2026
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