Are you a school or college leaver ready to kick-start your career? Looking to grow your skills in a supportive, innovative company? Start Date: 7th October 2026
Contract Length: 18 Months Salary: £18,000 per annum Locations: Manchester & London
Application Deadline: 30th April 2026 Qualification: Level 3 Business Admin Join our Apprenticeship Scheme A Softcat Apprenticeship is a great first step for ambitious school and college leavers ready to start their career. You'll earn while you learn, gaining a recognised qualification alongside hands-on experience in a supportive, structured environment. Our award-winning programme builds the skills and confidence you need to succeed, with 80% of your time spent on the job and 20% dedicated to off-the-job training, supported by one of our trusted training providers.Want to hear more fromour apprentices? Read their stories here: SoftcatStudent Success Stories | Higherin Sales Operations Apprenticeships If you're analytical, collaborative and enjoy understanding how things work behind the scenes, Sales Operations could be the ideal place to start your career. The team plays a vital role in supporting our 1,000-strong salesforce across the UK and Ireland, helping the business run efficiently as we continue to grow. You'll build confidence, technical knowledge and business awareness while working towards your qualification and adding real value from day one. Roles are available across Sales Support, Sales Enablement, Sales Operations, Opportunity Management and Commercial Sales Operations. As an Apprentice in Sales Operations, you'll be: Supporting sales teams by managing data, processing orders and ensuring accuracy across internal systems
Building strong working relationships with Account Managers, customers and internal stakeholders
Helping maintain and improve operational workflows to optimise efficiency
Analysing information, spotting patterns and contributing insights that support informed decision-making
Assisting with customer fulfilment processes, technology procurement and operational coordination
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver an exceptional customer and sales experience
We'd love you to have Driven, proactive and eager to take initiative
Strong organisational skills and good attention to detail
Confident communicator with the ability to build rapport
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Open to learning new systems, processes and tools
EntryRequirements Minimum GCSE English & Maths at Level 4/Grade C or above (England candidates only)
No previous qualifications at Level 4+ in IT-related subjects
No previous awarded qualifications at degree/masters/Level 4 (England)/HNC or above in any discipline
Must hold a valid Right to Work in the UK
Workin a way thatworks for you
We recognise thateveryone is different and thatthe way in which people want to workand deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we canoffer the following flexible workingpatterns:
Hybrid working 3 days in the office and 2 days workingfrom home
Workingflexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day
Flexibilityaround school pick up and drop offs
How does our apprenticeship recruitment process work? Our process has four stages: Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview. Initially, you'll be assessed forour Sales Operations area, focusing on your fit with Softcat, interest in the area, and transferable skills. At the Assessment Centre (from May 2026), we'll share the available apprenticeship teams. You'll be able to indicate a first choice, or we'll align you to where you're likely to make the greatest impact. Your final interview will then be for that specific role. Join us
To become part of the success story, please apply now
Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence)in our applicationprocess, as we understandhow far it cango to creating a truly equitablecandidate experience. Thatbeing said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe thatthe genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourageyou to be as authenticallyyou as possible when submitting your applicationto showcase your true and whole self.
Softcatis an inclusivecompany where you canenjoy the careeryou want, without changing the person you are. We're welcoming to all and passionate about promoting greater diversity in the tech sector.
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