Business Administrator Apprentice

Type: Apprentice
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Business Administrator Apprentice – Level 3

This vacancy is for a Business Administrator Apprentice based in Preston. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to support the business with general administrative duties as well as other ad-hoc duties defined by management.

The general administration duties within this role may include:

• Tracking daily shipments and updating customers.
• Speaking to shipping agencies / worldwide agents. 
• Speaking to customers for shipping and updates via telephone and email. 
• Booking in deliveries with customers. 
• Custom clearance shipments. 
• Invoicing customers. 
• Filing and photocopying.
• Sending post.
• Data input. 
• All day-to-day office operations work.

Prospects:

• Potential contract extension or full employment.

Qualifications required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A* – C 9/4) – Essential
• GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade A* – C 9/4) – Essential

Personal Skills required:

• Communication: Communicate with customers and colleagues clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• IT Skills: Experience in relevant software.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Adaptability: Be open to taking on various roles as you move between areas of the business.
• Problem solving: Assist in resolving issues and concerns, seeking guidance from experienced team members when necessary.
• Time management: Manage tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail: Pay close attention to process and quality of work.
• Learning and development: Proactive approach to developing new skills and participating actively in training.
• Positive attitude.

The apprenticeship:

• Qualification: Business Admin Level 3
• Duration: 15 months