Apprentice Business Administrator (Guildford)

South East Centre For The Built Environment Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative apprenticeship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry. As an apprentice, you will support the procurement team, manage essential documentation, and develop valuable office administration skills. This role not only leads to a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification but also opens doors to various career paths within the industry. With a structured training program and mentorship, you will be well-prepared for future employment opportunities. Join this exciting journey and build a solid foundation for your career in a dynamic field.

Qualifications

• Completion of Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.
• Functional Skills in English and Maths if required.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement team with financial aspects of the business.
• Manage document control for employees and sub-contractors.
• Handle telephone enquiries from clients and suppliers.

Skills

Financial Management

Document Control

Customer Service

Office Administration

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 Business Administrator (A-Level)

Functional Skills in English and Maths

Job description

CoTrain is a program under SECBE. As a shared apprenticeship scheme and a Flexible Job Apprenticeship Agency partly funded by CITB, we provide a route into the industry for anyone wishing to complete an apprenticeship. We employ and mentor the apprentice and place them with our construction partners and colleges to gain the correct experience and skills to complete their qualifications.

If the apprentice is successful, it is hoped that it will lead to full-time employment or progress onto another apprenticeship within the construction industry, or consider other avenues such as office management, human resources, or recruitment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the procurement team in all financial aspects of the business.
• Document control of direct employees and sub-contractors.
• Answer telephone enquiries from clients, sub-contractors, and suppliers.
• Document control of plans, drawings, delivery instructions, and invoices.
• Perform all office duties associated with a normal office environment.

This apprenticeship will gain a Level 3 Business Administrator (A-Level) qualification, as well as Functional Skills in English and Maths if required.

Delivery will be via Guildford College, usually as a day release program. Additional CIPS training is also required to ensure competency in all financial matters used in the office.

Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm with a lunch break of 1 hour each day. You will work from the office Monday to Thursday and from home on Friday.