Executive Admin Apprentice: Support to the CEO

West of England Mayor; West of England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded apprenticeship

Paid hands-on experience

Mentoring & development

Public sector environment

Job summary

West of England Mayoral Combined Authority invites applicants for a two‑year Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship, starting November 2026. You will gain hands‑on administrative experience in a supportive public sector environment while earning and learning.

You’ll develop strong written and verbal communication, diary management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with mentoring and a pathway to future career opportunities within the region.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Minimum 2 A Levels - Grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Good communication and basic IT skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent).
• Good organisational and time management skills with a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and proactive administrative support to senior executives.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, leaders and stakeholders.
• Manage enquiries via phone, in person, written and digital channels.
• Support the CEO’s diary and coordinate meetings, papers and follow-ups.
• Organise meetings and events, take minutes and monitor actions.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing documents.
• Maintain confidential records in line with policies.

Skills

Team work

Communication skills

IT basics

Organisational skills

Professional attitude

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

2 A Levels or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

West of England Mayoral Combined Authority invites applicants for a two‑year Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship, starting November 2026. You will gain hands‑on administrative experience in a supportive public sector environment while earning and learning.

You’ll develop strong written and verbal communication, diary management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with mentoring and a pathway to future career opportunities within the region.