Business Administration Apprentice - Birmingham

Paragon Skills; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving commercial law firm in Birmingham is offering a 15-month Operations Apprenticeship, providing essential administrative support within a collaborative office environment. Ideal candidates should be eager to learn, possess strong communication and IT skills, and have attention to detail. The apprenticeship includes enrolment in a Business Administrator Level 3 program, with opportunities for full-time employment upon completion. Benefits include 33 days holiday and private healthcare.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Discounted gym memberships

Access to retailer discounts

Team socials

33 days holiday, including public holidays

Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year

Qualifications

• Be eager to learn with a positive attitude.
• Communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
• Be fluent in English and comfortable using IT and MS Office packages.
• Be organised and have good attention to detail.
• Work well in a team and enjoy a collaborative office environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support across the firm to the business operations and legal teams.
• Organise and book meeting rooms, including setup and coordination of refreshments.
• Support with the execution of team events firmwide.
• Handle incoming and outgoing post and courier services.
• Greet visitors and suppliers, supporting front-of-house duties.
• Respond to phone calls, supplier enquiries, and internal requests.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and archiving documents.
• Provide general admin support to keep the business running smoothly.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Harper James is a fast-growing, full-service commercial law firm with a subscription-based model for ambitious SMEs. Based in Birmingham, we are expanding our business operations team and offering a 15-month Operations Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support across the firm to the business operations and legal teams, including formatting legal documents and assisting solicitors with document preparation
• Organise and book meeting rooms, including setup and coordination of refreshments, AV, materials and external lunches
• Support with the execution of team events firmwide
• Handle incoming and outgoing post and courier services
• Greet visitors and suppliers, supporting front-of-house duties
• Respond to phone calls, supplier enquiries, and internal requests
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and archiving documents
• Undertake training on any other relevant systems relevant to the role
• Provide general admin support to keep the business running smoothly

What we are looking for

• Be eager to learn with a positive attitude
• Communicate well, both verbally and in writing
• Be fluent in English and comfortable using IT and MS Office packages
• Be organised and have good attention to detail
• Work well in a team and enjoy a collaborative office environment

What We Offer

• Enrolment on the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship with full support from our training partner Babington
• Practical experience in legal admin, business operations and professional standards
• A friendly, inclusive team based in central Birmingham
• Real-world skills and exposure to a professional, client-focused environment, setting you up for your future career
• We focus on your attitude and potential, not just your qualifications – this opportunity is designed to support people starting out in their careers
• 33 days holiday, including public holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year
• Private healthcare
• Discounted gym memberships, access to retailer discounts, team socials and more

Skills and Requirements

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail

Training

On completion of this 15-month apprenticeship you will gain your Business Administration Apprenticeship L3 Qualification.

Prospects

Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.