Introduction

We're a well-established logistics company looking for a motivated, enthusiastic apprentice to join our Finance, HR & Business Support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to get hands-on experience across several core parts of a busy logistics business - finance, HR, purchasing and general business administration.

About the Employer

CTS is a specialist logistics provider, specialising in secure storage and transportation for the global Defence, Nuclear, Healthcare and Secure Data sectors.

The high-consequence nature of our work demands that we get it right first time, every time. Our people rise to the challenge by demonstrating our values of Excellence, Adaptability, Integrity and Strategic Focus in everything we do - with honest conversations, an all-in attitude and great benefits.

What You'll Do

Finance Administration:

Process supplier invoices and supporting documentation
Assist with customer invoicing activities
Support supplier statement reconciliations
Help maintain accurate financial records
Assist with payment processing administration
Monitor shared finance inboxes
Update finance spreadsheets and reports
Maintain electronic filing systems

HR Administration:

Support employee onboarding and induction activities
Prepare employee starter and leaver paperwork
Maintain employee records and personnel files
Assist with DBS, Right to Work and reference checks
Support apprenticeship administration and training records
Coordinate staff training records
Assist with holiday and absence record administration
Support recruitment activities including advertising vacancies and arranging interviews

Purchasing Administration:

Raise purchase orders
Maintain approved supplier records
Assist with supplier onboarding
Obtain pricing and quotations from suppliers
Update purchasing reports and records

Business Administration:

Answer telephone enquiries and direct calls appropriately
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence
Organise meetings and prepare meeting notes
Maintain company documentation and records
Assist with customer onboarding administration
Support business improvement projects
Provide general administrative support across the business

Training Outcome

Where it can take you:

This apprenticeship is designed as a genuine launchpad. Past this role, you could progress into positions such as HR Administrator, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Payroll Administrator, Purchasing Assistant, Business Support Coordinator, or Office Manager.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Reliable
Eager to learn
Professional
Confidential

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, 37.5 during standard office hours (to be agreed)

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

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