We are seeking an organised and career-minded Apprentice to join our growing business. This role is designed for a proactive individual who wishes to develop a comprehensive understanding of business operations. You will act as a vital link between our Creative Studio, the Manufacturing Shop Floor and our Global Clients. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to begin a career in business administration while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. Job Title: Business Administration Apprentice Location: Washington, UK Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 Business Administrator Key Duties & Responsibilities - Provide general administrative support to the office team and Directors, including data entry and document preparation. - Maintain accurate records within electronic databases and filing systems. - Support meeting coordination, including preparing materials and taking notes when required. - Assist with HR and recruitment administration tasks. - Support finance-related administration, including processing payments, chasing supplier statements, inputting timesheets and reconciling daily payments. - Learn to organise domestic and international shipments, ensuring delivery notes, labels and export documentation are accurate and complete. - Provide clients with order updates and estimated delivery times under supervision. - Monitor office supplies, including stationery, printing materials, workwear, and cleaning products, placing orders when stock levels are low. - Collect staff timesheets, update sickness and holiday records, and assist in maintaining Health & Safety documentation. - Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure compliance with data protection requirements. - Support effective communication between the creative studio and manufacturing team to help projects run smoothly. Required Skills & Attributes - Organised: You enjoy keeping tasks on track, have a strong attention to detail and can manage multiple priorities effectively. - People-Oriented: You feel confident communicating with everyone, from workshop colleagues to high-end clients. - Tech-Savvy: You have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and are eager to learn new systems such as Scoro and Hubdoc. - Reliable: You understand the importance of punctuality, accuracy and maintaining thorough records. - Proactive: You take initiative, following up on missing receipts, timesheets or other tasks to keep processes running smoothly. Entry Requirements GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above preferred). You have a genuine interest in how a business operates and are keen to learn all aspects of office, client and operational processes. Position Details Salary: UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices Training: Dedicated time each week to complete your Apprenticeship coursework. Career Progression: We view this apprenticeship as a long-term investment; we want to see you grow into a permanent member of our team.