Apprentice Administrator *

Progroup AG; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cardboard and paper manufacturer in Ellesmere Port is seeking an Apprenticeship role. You will assist in HR administrative tasks, support management with statistics, and process orders at the plant. Ideal candidates should have good organizational skills, be proficient in MS Office, and possess strong communication abilities. This role offers the National Apprenticeship Wage plus 20%.

Benefits

Statutory holidays plus 5 days

Work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours

Growth opportunity in a fast-growing company

Qualifications

• Good organizational skills and ability to manage workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with time & attendance recording and HR tasks.
• Support creation of statistics for management.
• Process orders and manage plant materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to use initiative

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Trustworthy

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Duration: 2 years

Hours: Monday to Friday – 8.00 am to 4.30 pm

Lunch: ½ hour (unpaid)

Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage plus 20%

Holidays: Statutory plus 5 days

Closing Date: 31/08/2025

Apprenticeship level: Intermediate - Level 2 (GCSE)

Interview Start Date: From 05/09/2025

Possible Start Date: ASAP

Your responsibilities:

1. Assist the Plant Secretary and Plant Management Team with reconciling time & attendance recording, including all related coordination work and HR administrative tasks.
2. Support the creation and preparation of relevant statistics for management and Head Office.
3. Process orders and purchase materials required at the plant, along with other related tasks.
4. Support general secretarial duties, manage the switchboard and reception.
5. Collaborate with internal and external contacts to support Progroup’s success through teamwork and coordination.
6. Assist with project-related tasks as instructed by the line manager.
7. Coordinate with external contacts, e.g., insurance associations and external firms.

Your profile:

1. Good organizational skills and ability to manage workload, initially under supervision, with task prioritization.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal; friendly and approachable.
4. Ability to follow standard processes while using initiative to improve or streamline processes, supporting new IT initiatives.
5. Ability to multitask efficiently.
6. Positive, flexible, and proactive attitude, willing to undertake additional duties as needed.
7. Commitment to HR and operational compliance, processes, and policies.
8. Trustworthy and respectful of colleagues’ and company’s confidentiality and privacy rights.

What you can look forward to:

Progroup is one of the largest and fastest-growing cardboard and paper manufacturers in Europe. Join the Progroup team and be part of our success story!