Business Administration Apprentice

Type: Apprentice
Region: London

Business Administration Apprentice

£16,100 per annum

Wakefield

As a Business Administration apprentice, youll connect with different parts of the organisation as a first point of contact and build effective relationships with our internal and external customers. Youll discover the key business services, processes and functions that help make a real difference at National Highways.

What youll be doing

Our Apprenticeship Programme starts in

September 2024

and youll be working closely with experienced business services teams, youll take on a variety of tasks that are critical to keeping our business running smoothly, such as:

Handling emails and calls

Managing information, documents and records

Supporting and organising events

Preparing business documents, reports and presentations

Financial activities such as payments processing

As well as gaining valuable real-world business experience in a challenging and rewarding role, youll discover how we manage:

Service delivery, quality and business performance

Key projects and programmes

Relationships with our external suppliers

Youll also complete a Level 3 qualification in Business Administration, which will open up lots of different career paths and opportunities for progression at National Highways.

Youll find loads more information about the skills and knowledge criteria youll work towards on this apprenticeship programme on our careers site which you can access via the apply button but are not obligated to apply to view details.

What youll get in return

By combining working and learning, youll gain valuable hands-on experience and pave the way for a bright future with us. Well support your development every step of the way and youll enjoy the chance to shape your future with personalised development plans and career guidance.

Youll have:

A dedicated line manager, job mentors and a skills coach to provide encouragement, direction and career planning support

Flexible working arrangements and time away from your role for your studies

Opportunities to connect and network with other apprentices as part of our Early Talent community

As well as a competitive salary, youll also have access to a fantastic employee benefits package including:

Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays).

Health and wellbeing support, including anEmployee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus, access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccines.

Great deals, discounts and cash back offers from well-loved retailers.

Access toan

ABTA bonded travel agency

Contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions.

What youll need to succeed

It takes all kinds of people to keep our organisation (and roads) moving. Whatever your age, whatever your background, an apprenticeship is just the start of a long, fulfilling career with us.

If you can show that youve got what we see in our apprentices every day, youll be a great match. Youll have:

The ability to work effectively with others in a team.

The ability to work to timescales, understanding when and how to prioritise.

The ability to give and receive information effectively.

The ability to write clearly and concisely.

A desire and passion to grow your career at National Highways.

Youll also need to have these essential qualifications:

Minimum of five GCSEs (including English and Maths, at grade C/grade 4 or above)

It is key to know all offers to onto our apprenticeships are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment checks. This includes a Right to Work check, reference check and a DBS criminal record check.

About us

Our strategic road network carries a third of all traffic and two thirds of all our country’s freight. By investing in the right projects (and in the brightest talent), were building a network that makes everyone better off.

Making sure our customers have safe and reliable journeys is at the heart of everything we do in Operations. We keep the roads open for business and play a key role in making sure the network we manage is fit for purpose today and for the future.

Why you should join us

At National Highways we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this.Were proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to do better and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers.

So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion in what you do, work effectively in a team and demonstrate integrity in how you do it

then youll be a great fit for our organisation.

And finally

Please complete your application as soon as possible, as we may close to new applications earlier than the current closing date of

Monday 24 th

June 2024.

TPBN1_UKTJ