View Vacancy Business Administrator Apprentice

Derby College Group; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

amphos is offering an apprenticeship role in Derby to support day-to-day financial and administrative operations. You will process invoices, assist with purchase orders and maintain records while engaging with multiple departments to broaden your finance and business skills.

The role develops key finance, organisational and communication abilities and offers exposure to projects across the company, with a structured training path and eventual progression to roles like Accounts Assistant or

Qualifications

• GCSE English (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) essential
• GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) essential
• GCSE Business Studies, Finance or IT (Grade Pass) desirable

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and assist with purchase order administration.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Support supplier communications and finance-related queries.
• Track payments, expenses and outstanding invoices.
• Liaise with colleagues across departments to support administrative needs.
• Data entry and document management for finance and admin tasks.
• Support departmental projects and provide cover as needed.
• Develop understanding of internal processes and inter-department workflows.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Number skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Business Studies/Finance/IT

Job description

The role will support the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the business. Responsibilities will include processing invoices, assisting with purchase orders, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling supplier statements and developing positive supplier relationships.

Normal working hours are between 09.00 and 17.30, Monday to Friday. One-hour lunch break.

1 Year 6 Months

30-11-2026

Date posted

04-11-2026

Advanced

Reference number

2000062686

Positions

1

What will the apprentice be doing?

The role will provide opportunities to support other departments across the business, gaining exposure to different functions, assisting with administrative tasks and supporting colleagues with day-to-day activities and projects.

This apprenticeship will develop key finance, organisational and communication skills, while providing a broader understanding of business operations and valuable experience across multiple departments.

Tasks include:

• Process supplier invoices and assist with purchase order administration.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
• Support supplier communications and respond to finance-related queries.
• Assist with tracking payments, expenses and outstanding invoices.
• Liaise with colleagues across different departments to support their administrative needs.
• Assist with general business administration, including data entry and document management.
• Support departmental projects and provide cover or assistance where required.
• Develop an understanding of internal business processes and how different departments operate.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• Accounts Assistant
• Finance Administrator
• Business Support Coordinator

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Problem solving skills Number skills Team working Initiative Willingness to learn Positive attitude

Qualifications

GCSE English (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) Essential

GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) Essential

GCSE Business Studies, Finance, or IT (Grade Pass) Desired

About the employer

At amphos, we provide expert consultancy, construction and electrical infrastructure services, helping businesses transition to electric fleets and deliver wider electrification projects.

Through amphos ICP, we specialise in end-to-end electrical infrastructure and grid connection solutions, managing projects nationwide from initial planning and design through to construction, commissioning and energisation.

Our team of 31 employees, with our head office based in Derby and an additional office in Dumbarton, includes experienced engineers, designers and project managers supporting a wide range of sectors, including renewable energy, residential, eMobility and industrial and commercial markets.

Employer

https://www.amphos.com/

Address

First Floor Suite 1 Chatsworth House
Prime Business Centre
Raynesway Derby