Business Administration Apprentice (Level 3)

Introduction

The Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship at Marshall Land Systems offers experience across a range of departments. Apprentices will develop business administration skills, gain insight into the defence industry, explore different business disciplines, and build a strong foundation for future career development.

About the Employer

Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.

What You'll Do

• Provide general administrative support to the assigned department and wider business where required
• Maintain accurate records, databases, spreadsheets, and documentation
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, meeting packs, and correspondence
• Assist with scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating departmental activities
• Support data entry, filing, document control, and record management activities
• Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and external contacts
• Assist with tracking actions, tasks, and updates where applicable
• Support departmental processes and ensure compliance with company procedures and  policies
• Participate in team meetings, briefings, and training activities
• Ensure confidential and sensitive information is handled appropriately
• Develop knowledge of company systems, processes, and business operations
• Complete apprenticeship coursework, training, and assessments in line with programme requirements
• Work collaboratively across teams and departments to support business objectives
• Carry out additional administrative or business support tasks as required

Training Outcome

• The role is 18 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC), on successful completion the apprentice may apply for any suitable vacant roles across the organisation.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 9-4
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 9-4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Full-time onsite working required (with potential flexibility depending on department requirements) location Cambridge.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 5

Training Provider: CAMBRIDGE PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED