Business Administration Apprentice

NASMYTH IEC LIMITED

Littlehampton (BN16 3LF)

Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 14 July 2026

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Summary

Join Nasymth IEC Limited as a Business Administration Apprentice and kick-start your career in a busy, supportive environment. Gain hands-on experience, develop valuable administrative and business skills, and work towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship while learning from experienced professionals. 

Wage

£16,640 a year

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The pay is in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage with increases set from year 2 age dependant. For further information please see the information on ANMW below.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 7.15am - 4.15pm. Friday, 7.00am - 12noon. One day per week set aside for work-based study.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 8 September 2026

Duration

1 year 6 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

What you will learn: 

A range of business administration techniques, procedures and regulations learning from experienced professionals, gaining hands-on industry experience, and developing the skills needed for a successful career in engineering within a high-quality aerospace manufacturing environment.  
 
Key Responsibilities 

  • Answering telephone calls and responding to emails professionally 
  • Greeting visitors and providing excellent customer service 
  • Managing electronic and paper filing systems
  • Preparing letters, reports and other business documents 
  • Maintaining accurate records and updating company databases 
  • Supporting colleagues with general office administration 
  • Scheduling meetings and managing diaries where required 
  • Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence 
  • Using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook- Assisting with data entry and producing reports 
  • Learning company procedures and maintaining confidentiality
  • Following health and safety procedures and company policies 

Who you will be: 

  • Someone who has a genuine interest in developing a career in business administration. 
  • Someone with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude who demonstrates a willingness to learn  
  • Someone capable of working in a fast-paced environment, willing to support others and integrate work effortlessly as part of a team
  • Someone who can be relied upon and possesses excellent organisation skills

Where you'll work

Brookside Avenue
Rustington
Littlehampton
BN16 3LF

Training

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

Training provider

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

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
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Punctual
  • Flexible
  • Professional approach
  • Keen to develop

About this employer

Nasmyth is a leading aerospace and defence engineering group providing world-class manufacturing, assembly and engineering services to customers across the globe. With expertise in precision machining, fabrication, welding, assembly and special processes, Nasmyth supports some of the world's most demanding aerospace programmes. The company is committed to investing in advanced manufacturing technology and developing future engineering talent. Apprentices can learn from experienced professionals, gain hands-on industry experience, and develop the skills needed for a successful career in engineering within a high-quality aerospace manufacturing environment.

https://www.nasmyth.com/companies/nasmyth-iec (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

There is potential for a permanent role on successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042678.

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Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 11:59pm)