Apprentice Business Administrator (Legal Services)
Job Description
Job title: Apprentice Business Administrator (Legal Services)
Company: West Berkshire Council
Job description: Are you looking to kick-start your career in Business Administration within a dynamic and supportive local authority? West Berkshire Council is seeking an Apprentice Business Administrator to join our Legal and Democratic Service, reporting to the Principal Lawyer – People. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience and work towards a nationally recognized qualification while contributing to the smooth operation of our legal and democratic functions.
As an Apprentice Business Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to the Legal and Democratic Service, ensuring the efficient delivery of services. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the coordination of meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining accurate records.
- Handling incoming enquiries and correspondence, providing timely and professional responses.
- Supporting the team with general administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and document management.
- Collaborating with colleagues to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the service.
To excel in this role, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual with excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, and be proficient in using Microsoft Office applications. You should be a proactive and adaptable team player, able to prioritize your workload effectively and meet deadlines.
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
- Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00
- Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous Local Government pension scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
The apprenticeship is a fixed term contract for the duration of 24 months from commencement, during which we will work in partnership with a training provider to help you achieve a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship.
Successful candidates will be invited to an interview on 15/02/2024
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Knowles on 01635 503136 or email Laura.Knowles1@westberks.gov.uk.
West Berkshire Council is committed to promoting equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
To apply, please visit our website and submit your application before the closing date. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our dedicated team.
Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV, if you do not have a CV please download our full application form below, complete and upload that instead.
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Expected salary: £23500 – 25119 per year
Location: Newbury, Berkshire
