Business Admin Level 3 Apprenticeship - Utility Swopshop

Summary

Utility Swopshop are looking for a bright and confident person to join the team and support the Commercial Director in day-to-day admin and new business opportunities. This remote role is a great opportunity to gain experience and skills whilst working towards a level 3 Business Admin qualification.

Wage

£8,320 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months Please note; if you have already completed an apprenticeship previously, your wage will be National Minimum Wage

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday, 9.00am - 4.30pm, Wednesday, 8.45am - 4.30pm, Friday, 8.45am -3.00pm. REMOTE WORK/WORKING FROM HOME.

20 hours a week

Start date

Monday 30 November 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

• Support the development of the company data base and CRM system.
• Explain the energy broker service to potential clients and open up new leads/opportunities which will then be passed over to senior members of the team.
• Arrange and hold meetings
• Update prospect details and support the Admin Support Executive (Ops & Sales).
• Maintain and update the company’s CRM with prospect details
• Keep up to date with energy industry news
• Ensure that company procedures are followed and records updated as per company policy.
• Follow up on campaigns and signals that are sent out via the CRM system
• Undertake other ad hoc duties as required by the company

Where you'll work

UNIT 2
OLYMPIC COURT
WHITEHILLS BUSINESS PARK
BLACKPOOL
FY4 5GU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

What you'll learn

• Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
• Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
• Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
• Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
• Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
• Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
• Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

• Business Administrator Level 3 Standard
• Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
• Tutor support via online platform

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Initiative