Business Administration Apprentice

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will delve into the intricacies of the ITAD industry. This hands-on experience will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our processes. During your journey, you will spend time on administration duties for each part of the business such as IT, Accounts, Sales, compliance, and production.

Role

Company induction:

  • Meet the team and any induction documentation/training that needs to be completed
  • Introduction to key personnel and departments
  • Familiarisation with company policies, procedures, and systems

Office management:

  • Learn to manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities
  • Understand efficient filing systems and documentation management
  • Schedule appointments & meetings
  • Assist with the preparation and distribution of documents/reports
  • Develop time management and organisational skills

Communication skills:

  • Written communication: composing emails, memos, and reports
  • Verbal communication: answering phones, conducting meetings, and interacting with colleagues

Data management:

  • Data entry
  • Data analysis and reporting

Financial administration:

  • Assisting with invoicing for sales and suppliers and raising payment
  • Analysing retail sales report to ensure accurate invoicing
  • Track payments received through retail outlets
  • Working with sage software

Project support:

  • Supporting project managers with scheduling, coordination, and documentation
  • Assisting in project planning, monitoring progress, and reporting

IT and Technical Skills:

  • The use of office software suites
  • Familiarity with company specific software and systems

Training

  • Business Administrator Level 3
  • One day a month at Telford College
  • Regular assessor visits 
  • Mentor on-site  

During the apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to develop new skills and explore various roles within the company. We aim for apprentices to find a role they enjoy and excel in, or even carve out a completely new position that aligns with their talents and interests.

Apprenticeship Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Training Provider
TELFORD COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday to Friday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm No weekends or bank holidays
Expected Duration
18 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 28th July 2024
Start Date
Wednesday, 28th August 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Non judgemental

Qualifications

  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade C/4 (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade C/4 (Essential)

About the Employer

XPO IT SERVICES LIMITED
XPO IT Services have been dedicated to providing secure, high quality IT recycling and asset disposal services for over 20 years. We recognise the need to not only protect our customers’ data security, but the wider natural environment through sustainable processes.
Company
XPO IT SERVICES LIMITED
Location
Tech Point, Halesfield Industrial Estate, Halesfield 9, Telford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,194.00
Posted
Company
XPO IT SERVICES LIMITED
Location
Tech Point, Halesfield Industrial Estate, Halesfield 9, Telford, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£12,194.00
Posted