Business Marketing Apprentice
LEGRAND ELECTRIC LIMITED
235 Ampthill Road (MK42 9QG)
Closes in 25 days (Sunday 17 May 2026)
Posted on 21 April 2026
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Summary
Are you looking for a Business Marketing Apprenticeship? USystems in Bedford are looking for an apprentice to work in Product & Technical Support. To assist in creating product data sheets, technical overviews, content creation. Draft marketing content such as social posts, blog articles, product highlights, visuals, data management and much more.
- Wage
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£11,232 to £17,844.84, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9.00am to 5.30pm.
27 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 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
USystems Limited in Bedford is working towards more efficient and sustainable Data Centres, by providing leading and innovative technologies to use less energy and reduce their carbon footprint globally.
They are now looking for an apprentice to join their team.
So, what will you be doing in this role?
Basic Excel tasks:
- Filling in and maintaining tables accurately
- Simple sorting and filtering of data
- Keeping data clean, consistent, and up to date
- Basic Word tasks (e.g. data sheets and internal documents)
- Copying structured content into templates
- Formatting tables and documents clearly and consistently
- Keeping document versions tidy and clearly labelled
Basic PowerPoint tasks:
- Updating tables within slides
- Pasting charts from Excel into presentations
- Cleaning slides (alignment, layout, consistency, basic formatting)
Checking & Document Control:
- Checking that required data sheets have been received
- Ensuring certificates are attached where required
- Confirming filenames and version numbers are correct
- Flagging missing, incorrect, or outdated information
- Maintaining organised digital folders and records
- Development & Additional Responsibilities (Optional / Stretch Tasks)
Additional responsibilities may include:
Market research tracking, such as monitoring competitor announcements, product launches, and industry news, updating simple tracking documents or “battle cards”
Occasional social media support, including:
- Preparing draft content under guidance
- Supporting basic content organisation and scheduling
These tasks will be assigned with appropriate support and guidance.
Please note the role is for three days a week only.
Where you'll work
Usystems Ltd
Systems House
235 Ampthill Road
MK42 9QG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BEDFORD COLLEGE
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 Administration
- Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 3)
- maths (grade 3)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- communication skills
- good timekeeping
- positive attitude
- willingness to learn
Other requirements
Confidentiality due to the nature of the business. Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of the Tresham College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
About this employer
USystems Limited in Bedford are working towards more efficient and sustainable Data Centres, by providing leading and innovative technologies to use less energy and reduce carbon footprint globally.
After this apprenticeship
A possibly full-time position in the future on completion of your apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027346.
Apply now
Closes in 25 days (Sunday 17 May 2026)
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