Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Apprentice Office Assistant @ EDGE PS

Location: 14 Foundry Street, Leeds, LS11 5QP

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are EDGE PS?

EDGE is a Property & Construction Consultancy, employing 140 people across 6 UK offices and who prides itself on promoting a culture of inclusivity.  Working on inspiring projects across a range of sectors such as automotive, health, residential, retail and education, EDGE offers a real sense of team; they’re a sociable crowd who loves to take part in a variety of activities whether that’s a few quiet drinks after work, axe throwing, cocktail making or the company Christmas party; there’s something for everyone!

WHAT will I get from working with EDGE PS?

• EARN: £18,500 per year, 37.5 hours per week
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm, 1 hour lunch
• QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
• BENEFITS: Fun & supportive working environment, private healthcare, cycle to work scheme, subsidised travel/city centre parking, social events and full support/mentoring throughout your studies and beyond.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

Continued success for EDGE sees continued increase in workload; notably in administration support – and an increase in Opportunity! An opportunity to join a successful and rapidly expanding business, to start your career within business administration and gain an industry recognised qualification.

Reporting directly to the Office Manager (who themselves started their career as an apprentice) and supporting the Director of HR and Business Support Operations you’ll be involved in supporting all areas of the business, from reception, finance, HR, bids and finance. Your daily tasks will include:

• Managing Reception, meeting visitors and signing into the building.
• Preparing meeting rooms, arranging refreshments and stationery.
• Monitoring and maintaining stationery and consumables.
• Booking travel and accommodation.
• Helping to organise company events.
• Supporting projects with administrative duties.
• Carrying out research, using various online resources, and updating databases for Quantity Surveyors (QS) and Project Managers (PM).
• Liaising with other EDGE offices.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Business Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including the organisation, stakeholders, relevant regulation, business fundamentals, processes & external factors. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English.
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Communication, customer care & team working.
• Confidence, independence & initiative.
• Organisation, admin & IT skills.

Long-Term Opportunities?

This a genuine opportunity for you to build a long-term career, with a business that continues to grow. Work hard, contribute to the success of the team, and the business, and you may even be able to shape your own future role!

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.edgeps.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/business-administration