Business Administration Apprentice – Level 3

Artisan Recruitment Group Ltd; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Artisan Recruitment Group Ltd in Ringwood is hiring a Business Administration Apprentice Level 3. The role offers 37 hours per week, an 18‑month duration, and a starting salary of £9.50 per hour in Year 1 (rising to the National Minimum Wage in Year 2).

You will work with an experienced office team and gain hands‑on exposure to a broad range of business functions. On completion, there is potential to progress to Level 4 in a related area such as Finance, IT or HR.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and keen to start their career.
• Organised and reliable.
• Confident communicating with people.
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new systems.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Proactive and willing to get involved.
• Interested in developing their skills and progressing within a business.
• Previous office experience isn't essential – the most important thing is having the right attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to developing a career.

Responsibilities

• Answering the main office telephone and taking or directing messages
• Booking hotels, travel and accommodation for staff
• Processing employee expenses
• Carrying out general office administration and filing
• Assisting with supplier invoice processing under the guidance of the Accounts team
• Supporting with basic finance and administration tasks as your knowledge develops
• Providing general administrative support to the wider office team
• Learning how different areas of the business operate and working with colleagues across the organisation

Education

Level 3 Business Administration

Job description

Business Administration Apprentice – Level 3

Location: Ringwood, Hampshire (BH24 3FA)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Duration: 18 months

Salary: £9.50 per hour – Year 1 | National Minimum Wage – Year 2

Apprenticeship: Level 3 Business Administration

The Opportunity

A well-established contractor based in Ringwood is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their team as a Business Administration Apprentice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in business and gain valuable experience while working towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification.

You’ll work alongside an experienced office team, gaining exposure to a variety of business functions rather than being limited to one area of administration.

On successful completion of the 18-month apprenticeship, there is the potential to progress onto a Level 4 apprenticeship in a more specialist area, depending on the needs of the business and your interests. This could include Finance, Accounting, IT, HR or another relevant discipline.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Answering the main office telephone and taking or directing messages
• Booking hotels, travel and accommodation for staff
• Processing employee expenses
• Carrying out general office administration and filing
• Assisting with supplier invoice processing under the guidance of the Accounts team
• Supporting with basic finance and administration tasks as your knowledge develops
• Providing general administrative support to the wider office team
• Learning how different areas of the business operate and working with colleagues across the organisation

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiastic and keen to start their career
• Organised and reliable
• Confident communicating with people
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new systems
• Able to work as part of a team
• Proactive and willing to get involved
• Interested in developing their skills and progressing within a business

Previous office experience isn't essential – the most important thing is having the right attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to developing a career.

Please note: Applicants must be able to reliably travel to the Ringwood office (BH24 3FA) for the role