Business Administration Apprentice

Location: Ringwood, Hampshire (BH24 3FA)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Apprenticeship – 18 months
Qualification: Level 3 Business Administration
Pay: £9.50 per hour – Year 1 | National Minimum Wage – Year 2
Travel: Applicants must be able to travel to the office in Ringwood

About the Role

A Ringwood-based contractor is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a school or college leaver, young person starting their career, or someone looking to gain their first experience in a professional office environment.

The successful candidate will work towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification while gaining valuable hands-on experience across different areas of the business.

The employer is committed to supporting the apprentice throughout their development, providing practical training and the opportunity to build confidence, professional skills and workplace experience.

What You'll Be Doing

As your skills develop, you will gain experience in a variety of business administration activities, including:

• Answering the main office telephone and taking or directing messages

• Booking hotels and travel arrangements for staff

• Processing staff expenses

• General office administration and filing

• Supporting the accounts team with supplier invoice processing

• Assisting with basic finance and administrative tasks

• Providing administrative support to colleagues across the business

• Working with different teams to understand how the business operates

• Developing your IT, communication and organisational skills

You will receive training and support throughout the apprenticeship and will gradually take on more responsibility as your confidence and experience grow.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, enthusiastic and willing to learn

• Organised and able to manage tasks effectively

• Comfortable communicating with colleagues and customers

• Interested in business, administration and developing new skills

• Able to work well as part of a team

• Professional and approachable

• Keen to build a long-term career

Previous office experience is not required. The most important thing is having the right attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to developing your skills.

Career Development

This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to build a strong foundation in business administration and potentially progress to a Level 4 apprenticeship following successful completion.

Depending on the individual's interests, strengths and the future needs of the business, future development opportunities could include:

Finance | Accounting | IT | HR

This could provide an excellent pathway for someone looking to develop a long-term career within a professional business environment.

Forces Family Friendly

We particularly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and Forces Families, including military spouses, partners and family members looking to develop their skills and career.

The location and working arrangements should be considered when applying, as the successful candidate will need to be able to travel to the Ringwood office.

How to Apply / Express an Interest

If you are interested in this opportunity, or you know a young person or Forces Family member who may be suitable, please get in touch for further information.