Apprentice Business Administrator

Surrey County Council; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is hiring an Apprentice Business Administrator in Wolverhampton to provide administrative support and gain hands-on experience in a hybrid working environment. This 2-year apprenticeship offers structured learning in business operations, finance, and ERP systems. Ideal candidates have a genuine interest in business, strong communication, and organizational skills. The salary ranges from £16,020 to £25,500 per annum.

Benefits

Fully funded Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Dedicated time for study and training

Exposure to ERP systems

Hybrid working model

Access to company laptop

Paid annual leave

Internal training resources

Supportive team culture

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Interest in business administration, finance, and ERP systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills managing tasks and time.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across business operations.
• Gain hands-on experience with enterprise software and financial processes.
• Contribute to organizational coordination in a fast-paced ERP environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proactive attitude to learning

Job description

About the Role

We are delighted to be hiring an Apprentice Business Administrator to join our fantastic Vision ERP Ltd team. The team is based in Wolverhampton, and this role is open to hybrid working meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week. Fundamentally this is about working practice and goes beyond the location in which we work - having the freedom and flexibility to work when and where as needed. Our focus on results, outcomes and collaboration is enabled by high levels of trust and accountability in our people.

Benefits

• A fully funded Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship qualification
• Dedicated time for study and training, with support from experienced mentors
• Exposure to ERP systems and real-world business operations, giving you a competitive edge in the tech and finance sectors
• Opportunities to shadow different teams including consultancy, project management, and finance
• Hybrid working model - flexibility to work from home and the office
• Access to company laptop and digital tools to support remote working
• Paid annual leave in line with company policy
• Access to internal training resources and development workshops
• A supportive and inclusive team culture focused on collaboration and growth
• Regular team check-ins, social events, and wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute to company social media and website content, building your digital confidence
• Clear progression pathways within the company for those who successfully complete the apprenticeship
• Potential to move into permanent roles in business support, finance, project coordination, or ERP consultancy

About the Organisation

We have industry specific experts who understand business functionality as well as system functionality. This helps us to understand your issues, as we have probably felt the same pain in previous careers. This enables us to put ourselves in your shoes, experience your frustrations and needs, and develop solutions which are industry specific, and are tailored to work for you.

Responsibilities

As the Apprentice Business Administrator, you will provide comprehensive administrative support across business operations, finance, and organisational coordination within a fast‑paced ERP environment. This apprenticeship offers structured learning and hands‑on experience with enterprise software, financial processes, and internal systems, helping to build a strong foundation for a career in business administration.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in business administration, finance, and ERP systems
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including examples of report writing or simplifying complex information
• Strong organisational skills, with examples of managing tasks, time, or supporting meetings
• IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• A proactive attitude to learning and development, showing initiative and a willingness to grow.

Core Behaviours

• Collaboration - working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
• Accountability - taking ownership of tasks and delivering results
• Innovation - contributing ideas and seeking improvements
• Integrity - acting with professionalism and respect
• Customer Focus - understanding and responding to internal and external customer needs.

Location and Salary

To support the local community, this vacancy is only open to Surrey residents. This is a 2‑year apprenticeship position. This role has a salary range of £16,020 to £25,500 per annum based on a 40 hour working week.