Office Administration Apprentice

Summary

An exciting opportunity to join Harrison Brothers Furniture as an Office Administration Apprentice, supporting day-to-day office operations while completing a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

Annual wage

£15,600.00 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course

Business Administrator – Level 3

Hours

Monday to Friday – 9.00 am to 4.00 pm

Duration

18 Months

Positions available

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Working within the office team, you will support the smooth running of daily business operations and gain experience across a range of administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

Answering incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries professionally
Responding to emails and customer queries
Supporting order processing and updating company systems
Filing, scanning and organising business documents
Assisting with invoicing and general finance administration
Maintaining accurate customer and supplier records
Supporting stock and delivery administration where required
Using Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel and Outlook
Supporting colleagues with general office duties and administration tasks

This role will provide valuable experience in administration, communication and organisation within a manufacturing and commercial environment.

Where you’ll work

Harrison Brothers (Furniture) Ltd, Unit 9, Belgrave Industrial Estate, Off Honeywell Ln, Oldham OL8 2JP

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Business Administrator – Level 3

Your training plan

You will complete the Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Training will include:

Structured off-the-job training with Rochdale Training
Business administration processes and systems
Communication and customer service skills
IT and Microsoft Office skills
Time management and organisation

Requirements

Essential qualifications

· GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths (Required)
· GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English (Required)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Basic IT and computer skills

· Good communication skills

· Organisational skills

· Attention to detail

· Ability to work as part of a team
· Willingness to learn new systems and processes

Other requirements

Friendly and professional

· Reliable and punctual

· Positive attitude

· Motivated to learn and develop

· Confident speaking with customers and colleagues

About this company

Harrison Brothers (Furniture) Ltd is a long-established furniture manufacturing and supply business based in Oldham. The company is known for producing high-quality furniture products and providing reliable service to customers across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and supportive office team, gaining valuable experience across administration, customer service and business operations while completing a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

The role offers hands-on experience within a busy commercial environment and is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in office administration.

After this apprenticeship

Future Prospects