Business Administration Apprentice (Apprenticeship)

GetMyFirstJob Ltd; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider is seeking candidates for a Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship in Ashton-under-Lyne. This role involves gaining hands-on experience in business administration and contract management through real work. Responsibilities include processing work orders, liaising with suppliers, and monitoring contract performance. Essential qualifications include GCSEs in English and Maths. Strong communication, IT skills, and a positive attitude are key for success. A competitive salary of £18,720 per year is offered.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A*–C / 9–4 in English.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A*–C / 9–4 in Maths.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process work orders and job requests.
• Submit quotes for planned works.
• Liaise with suppliers for pricing and service arrangements.
• Produce reports on contract performance.
• Review and confirm invoice costs.
• Monitor financial performance for profitability.
• Work with credit control to maintain cash flow.
• Communicate regularly with clients.

Skills

Strong communication

IT proficiency and Microsoft Office

Organised and detail-oriented

Team player

High-quality written work

Ambitious and proactive

Positive attitude

Education

GCSEs in English

GCSEs in Maths

Job description

Wage: £18,720 per year

Training: Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (40 hours per week)

What you’ll do

Most of your apprenticeship will be spent working and learning on the job. You’ll gain hands‑on experience and develop the skills needed for a successful career in business administration and contract management.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Receiving and processing work orders and job requests
• Submitting quotes for planned works
• Liaising with suppliers to source prices and arrange services
• Producing regular reports on contract performance
• Reviewing and confirming invoice costs
• Monitoring financial performance to ensure profitability targets are met
• Working with the credit control team to maintain cash flow and account health
• Communicating regularly with clients, including meetings and calls, to ensure exceptional service delivery

With a national footprint and a growing client portfolio, the opportunities for development are outstanding. You’ll gain exposure to real contract management and operational processes that will set you up for long‑term career success.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A*–C / 9–4 in:

• English
• Maths

Skills & Personal Qualities

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A strong communicator
• Confident with IT and Microsoft Office
• Highly organised and detail‑oriented
• Able to work well within a teamCapable of producing clear, high‑quality written work
• Ambitious, hardworking, and proactive
• Outgoing with a positive, can‑do attitude

Prospects

Qualification / Standard : ST0070 Business administrator

Duration