Apprentice Business Admin

Introduction

The Apprentice Administrator will support the day-to-day operations of Fixfirm Limited, assisting with Reception, Finance, and general administration. You'll carry out a variety of administrative tasks, helping the office run efficiently while providing a professional and welcoming service to colleagues and visitors.

About the Employer

FixFirm is a small, friendly team selling a large range of products to the construction industry and related trades with a pleasant office and working environment.

What You'll Do

This is a developmental role designed to support the postholder in gaining practical experience and a formal qualification in Business Administration. The apprenticeship will offer exposure to a range of business processes and administrative systems, developing essential professional and organisational skills within a supportive environment.

To provide efficient, professional, and confidential administrative support across multiple departments within Fixfirm, while ensuring exceptional front-of-house service and contributing to the delivery of effective operations.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative assistance to the team, including document preparation, filing, scanning, and record maintenance
• Support recruitment processes, including job advertising, and monitoring of applications
• Support internal communication and engagement initiatives, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture

Finance Administration Support

• Assist the Finance team with routine administrative and clerical tasks, including invoice entry, purchase order processing, and document filing
• Assist with credit control, building successful relationships with customers and suppliers through positive communication
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records for audit and reporting purposes
• Provide data-entry and reconciliation support as directed by the Finance Manager

General Office Administration

• Support office management tasks including stationery orders, office supplies, and maintenance coordination
• Assist with the organisation of internal meetings, training sessions, and company events
• Contribute to the improvement of administrative processes and interdepartmental coordination

Training Outcome

• The successful candidate will receive mentoring and structured training while developing professional, technical, and interpersonal skills essential for a successful career in business administration. We have taken on most of our apprentices into a full-time role once their course is completed

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English and Maths - A*/9 – C/4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm; or 8am to 4pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 9 Months

Training Provider: LINCOLN COLLEGE