Business Support Administrator Apprentice (Level 3)
Viridien
West Sussex (RH10 9QN)
Closes in 29 days (Friday 28 August 2026)
Posted on 28 July 2026
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Summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic apprentice to join our Crawley team. This is ideal for someone looking to develop strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills while gaining experience in an advanced technology company. Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to progression into a full-time role.
- Wage
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£15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, normal office hours, onsite.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Saturday 12 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 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
You will support governance, compliance, project administration, and the smooth running of day-to-day business operations. You will contribute to maintaining high-quality documentation, supporting audit readiness, improving reporting, and enhancing coordination across business functions.
Some examples of daily tasks:
- Assist with preparation of agendas, meeting papers, minutes, and action logs for governance meetings
- Support collection and consolidation of information for governance reporting, dashboards, and performance indicators
- Support preparation activities for internal and external audits, including scheduling, evidence gathering, and tracking actions
- Update compliance trackers, audit dashboards, and remediation logs under supervision
- Provide administrative support to project managers, including scheduling meetings, updating timelines, and tracking project actions
- Manage shared inboxes, calendars, meeting logistics, and internal communication activities
- Help prepare presentations, briefings, and summary documents as required
- Ensure sensitive documents and information are handled in line with confidentiality and compliance expectations
Where you'll work
Cgg Crompton Way
Manor Royal Estate
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 9QN
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
Most of your learning will be on-the-job in the office, with structured training, workplace mentoring, and opportunities to develop skills across business governance, compliance administration, and project coordination.
Alongside your day-to-day duties you will also undertake a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship programme run by Chichester College Group.
This is primarily delivered online once a fortnight, but there will be 6 in person sessions scattered throughout the programme duration at Chichester College.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Mathematics (grade 4/C)
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
- Number skills
- Initiative
Other requirements
It is expected this role will be onsite, although a hybrid working arrangement may be possible subject to business needs and in line with team arrangements.
About this employer
Viridien is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.
https://www.viridiengroup.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases.
Company pension with generous employer contribution.
Wellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health.
Flexible benefits with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and more!
Regular social club events.
Cycle purchase scheme.
Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes.
Bank Holiday Swap.
Buy & Sell Holiday Programme.
Relaxed dress code policy.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to progression into junior roles in Governance, Compliance, or the Project Management Office at Viridien. This apprenticeship develops sought-after skills in many companies.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Viridien
Owen Pape
talentacquisition@viridiengroup.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044837.
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Closes in 29 days (Friday 28 August 2026)
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