Wine Auction Operations and Business Administration Apprentice
BRIGHTWELLS LTD
LEOMINSTER (HR6 0DE)
Closes in 16 days (Friday 31 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 14 July 2026
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Summary
As a Wine Auctions Operations and Business Administration Apprentice, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of our wine auctions while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in business administration.
- Wage
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£20,000 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 5 October 2026
- Duration
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1 year 4 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
- Prepare wine lots for auction, including photography, cataloguing and accurate descriptions
- Receive, organise and store consignments within the cellar
- Prepare sold lots for customer collection and delivery
- Arrange and support the storage, handling and distribution of wine before and after auction
- Maintain accurate stock records using digital systems and handheld devices
- Liaise with buyers and vendors by telephone, email and in person
- Ensure wine is presented and stored to the highest standards
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
- Handle and move cases of wine safely, following Health & Safety procedures at all times
- To be trained in use of Fork-lift truck
- Support the wider Wine Department to ensure auctions are delivered efficiently and successfully
- Complete apprenticeship coursework and apply your learning within the workplace
Where you'll work
EASTERS COURT
LEOMINSTER
HR6 0DE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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
Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located Holmer Road, Hereford HR4 9SX.
You will receive a training plan that is specific to your qualification, with sessions that are delivered through a combination of face-to-face and remote.
Additional training for functional skills in English and maths will be undertaken if needed.
You will receive monthly visits from your assigned Learning and Development Specialist, who will set you work, monitor your development and wellbeing, and discuss training sessions. They will also prepare you for your End Point Assessment to gain your Business Admin Level 3 qualification.
More training information
There is also a five-day teambuilding residential trip that is held in the spring of each year offered to all apprentices on programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Any subject (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
- Any subject (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
- Any subject (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
- English (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
- Maths (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
A Level in:
- Any subject (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
- Any subject (grade A*-C/ 4-9)
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
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Driving licence is desirable.
About this employer
Brightwells is one of the UK's leading auctioneers of fine wines, providing specialist auction services to collectors, investors and the wine trade. Our nationally and internationally recognised Wine Department is built on expertise, exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Wine Auctions Operations and Business Administration Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while working towards a nationally recognised Business Administration Apprenticeship.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Opportunities to progress within the department or potentially in other Brightwells Departments.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Lisa Wilkinson
lisa.wilkinson@hwgta.org
01432377002
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042581.
Apply now
Closes in 16 days (Friday 31 July 2026 at 11:59pm)