91 Business Administration jobs in the United Kingdom

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First Intuition Chelmsford are a well-established accountancy training and apprenticeship provider based in Essex. The company has enjoyed fantastic growth, particularly in its apprenticeship business, over the past few years and is now requires a Business Administration Apprentice to join the team.

Duties and responsibilities to include:

• Dealing with student queries via email and phone.
• Meeting and greeting students and clients in centre.
• Keeping up to date with, and advising students and clients on the various qualifications and courses First Intuition offer.

Course & Systems Administration

• Processing course bookings.
• Ordering stock for courses, monitoring stock levels, and managing the receipt and distribution of stock when it arrives in centre.
• Setting up courses on First Intuition course booking system (Access Planit) in line with brochure publication deadlines.
• Monitoring class attendance, including distribution of daily registers and absence reports.
• Setting up report templates for upcoming courses.
• Assisting with brochure production and review.
• Responding to requests f or student information from internal/freelance staff in line with GDPR guidelines.

Exam Administration

• Responsible for setting up Computer Based Exams (CBE) exams on the booking and exam systems.
• Ensuring CBE room is set up prior to each exam session including checking correct hardware and software is available and working.
• Invigilating exams.
• Setting up course and mock exam sessions and notifications on learning portals.
• Inputting course/mock/real exam results.

Centre Administration

• Ensuring student common room, kitchen and classroom areas are tidy, clean and set up appropriately for all upcoming courses/events.
• Undertaking First Aider/Fire Warden duties (Training will be provided)

Apprenticeship Administration

• Administration of apprenticeship sign up process and ensuring all data complies with government and First Intuition requirements.
• Processing other changes including change of employer, restarts, transfer of training provider, changes to prices/extension to programmes/study planner changes.
• Supporting communications of programme details to learners during their programme including dates for forthcoming courses.
• Supporting employers with recruitment of apprentices.
• Tracking, monitoring and support apprentices who have left their programmes early or have completed their programme and maintaining and reporting the destination data.
• Registration of End Point Assessments for apprentices.
• Assisting the Operations Team Leader with administration, internal auditing and reporting duties.
• Supporting additional work as required by management from time to time.
• Supporting set up and on going maintenance of learner records on the CRM and learning platforms.
• Ensure digital apprenticeship service is maintained and liaise and support clients with registering on the system, reserving funding for non-levy apprenticeship.
• Attending and assisting at careers fairs and internal Apprenticeship Summer Schools.

Requirements

Essential:

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage workload and multiple tasks.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional level of written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage relationships with learners and employers, promptly responding to queries and ensuring expectations are managed.
• Willing to learn and ability to use own initiative.
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Experience of working in the education / apprenticeships sectors.
• Understanding of ESFA funding rules & Ofsted requirements.
• Careers advice & guidance experience.
• Sales experience.
• Strong excel and data analytical skills.

Expected Working Pattern:- 8.30am – 4.30pm at First Intuition Chelmsford

Full Time Position: 21 month contract - 37.5 hours a week.

Reporting to: Operations Team Leader

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave (based on fulltime hours) PLUS bank holidays
• We normally shut down for Christmas period (not out of annual leave)

• Private Medical Insurance

• Pension - per auto enrolment rules so if school leaver will not be enrolled as no statutory requirement if under 22.

First Intuition is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and adhere to our Safeguarding and Prevent Policy, which can be viewed here . 

First Intuition are dedicated to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All roles require reference checks, an enhanced DBS, and online searches in line with KCSIE guidelines. This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are a disability confident employer, committed to equal opportunities for all applicants. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment process, please let us know.

This role has a starting salary of 23,322 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This role is a 24-month fixed term apprenticeship opportunity.

We are excited to be recruiting a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprentice to join the fantastic Finance service at Surrey County Council. We promote agile working as a team, and we split our time between working from home and working in the office (at least 2 days per week). The role is offered on a hybrid basis and offers flexibility to work from any of the main Surrey offices.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups, including those with EHCP's, additional needs or care experienced.

Rewards and Benefits

• The chance to get paid to learn and use your own personal talents to shape your future
• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About Us

The Finance service works closely with all services across the Council to develop financial plans, ensure sound financial management and work collaboratively to enable the ambitions of the Council while ensuring the appropriate use of public funds. We are proud of our strong focus on continuous improvement and financial management culture. Key to this is the Finance Academy, a range of learning and development tools equipping finance staff and managers across the organisation with financial management skills and knowledge. We're looking for fresh ideas and inspiration to help us continuously develop the Finance Academy and realise our goal of excellent financial management, so if you're up for the challenge, we want to hear from you!

About your Apprenticeship

We want this apprenticeship to be an opportunity for you to gain experience across a wide range of duties putting you in the best position to succeed in your apprenticeship qualification and take the first steps on your career journey! In this role, you will:

• Keep the Finance Academy up to date and fit for purpose by adding, deleting and reviewing content and pages
• Get to grips with the Finance Academy platform and think creatively about ways to continuously improve it
• Assist with the planning and organising of various meetings, workshops and events
• Help to review and analyse the feedback from our training, workshops and customer survey and present in a visual way
• Provide support to others within the Finance team as needed including editing documents and inputting/analysing data.
• We won't be expecting you to jump in and be able to do this all from day one. You'll first go through an induction period allowing you to get used to the office and the team. As you gain more confidence in your role, you'll be supported to do more and more!

The learning side of your apprenticeship will be delivered by Surrey Adult Learning with face to face workshops taking place once a month. As you progress through your course, you'll have one to ones with training assessors between once a week and once a month dependant on the needs of the learner. On average, you'll spend 4 days a week working and learning on the job and 1 day a week studying and completing work towards your qualification which will be the equivalent of 2 A-Levels.

As your qualification comes to an end and you begin to turn your eye to the future, we have a fantastic support programme in place that will put you in the best position to take the next step on your exciting career journey. Our desire is for all our apprenticeships to be the first step on a long and successful career journey within SCC.

Application Questions

Applying with us is simple! We aren't asking for a CV; all we ask is that you answer a few questions about yourself and the role you're applying for to see if this job is a good match for you! They will be:

• What excites you about applying for this apprenticeship?
• Tell us about a time when you took the initiative to learn something new outside of education. It could be a hobby, skill, or subject that interested you. How did you go about learning it? What did you gain from the experience? Did you come up against any challenges?
• Describe a team project or group activity you were involved in. What was your role and how did you contribute to the team's success? Did you come up against any obstacles? How did you overcome them?
• If you have been set some tasks with different deadlines, how would you go about completing those tasks? Which tasks would you start with first? How would you find out more about those tasks? Who would you speak to if you needed help?

If you do not hold an English and Maths GCSE graded A-C or 4-9, you will be required to complete these in addition to the apprenticeship. Additional tutoring and support will be provided.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/08/2025 with in person interviews planned on 10/09/2025 at Woodhatch Place, Reigate.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Head of Business Administration

Job Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Business Administration to lead administrative operations across our European offices. This multifaceted role encompasses oversight of Health & Safety, Information Technology (IT) coordination, Legal Compliance, and Fleet Management. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring operational consistency, regulatory compliance, and cost-efficient support functions across multiple locations.

Reporting to:

CFO

Direct Reports:

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Key Responsibilities:

Business Administration & Office Operations:

• Lead and optimize administrative and facilities management across multiple European locations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for office-related operations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and office budgets in collaboration with finance and procurement.

Health & Safety Oversight:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation across all European jurisdictions.
• Lead implementation of risk assessments, incident reporting, emergency preparedness, and staff training programs.
• Coordinate health & safety audits and act as liaison with local authorities and external consultants.

IT Infrastructure Coordination:

• Collaborate with the global IT department to ensure local technology needs are met.
• Oversee IT service delivery, system access, hardware deployment, and cybersecurity practices at the regional level.
• Support technology onboarding/offboarding processes and manage regional IT vendor relationships.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance Support:

• Work closely with the Legal & Compliance team to enforce adherence to regulatory requirements, including GDPR and local legislation.
• Coordinate documentation, internal audits, training programs, and process updates as required.
• Monitor changes in legal and regulatory frameworks that may impact business operations.

European Fleet Management:

• Oversee the management and optimization of company vehicles across all European operations.
• Ensure compliance with local vehicle laws, insurance, maintenance schedules, emissions regulations, and leasing agreements.
• Track and manage fleet usage, fuel efficiency, costs, and reporting.
• Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to evaluate vendors and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Promote sustainability and safety initiatives within the fleet strategy.

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Personal Attributes:

• 5+ years of experience in office management, operations, or business administration, ideally in a multi-country European context.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, IT systems oversight, legal compliance, and fleet operations across Europe.
• Proven leadership and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.
• Highly organized, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

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Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, ITIL, ISO, Fleet Management, or legal compliance) are a plus.

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Location:

The jobholder is required to be located at Hanwha Vision Europe Ltd, Heriot House, Heriot Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9DT – Our normal office hours are 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday, but the jobholder may be required to work outside of these hours as and when required to meet business needs. The role may also include travel outside of the UK from time to time.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed within this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. You will also be expected to undertake duties which may not be listed on this job description as directed by your line manager which will be deemed as reasonable within the scope of the role.

Apprenticeship Vacancy

Job: Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice 
Company: LWC Drinks Ltd
Location: Charlton, Andover, SP10 3UW
Salary: £14,772.50 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm , 37.5 hrs per wk
 

At the heart of your community since 1979, LWC Drinks  know a thing or two about what it takes to be your local. We strive to achieve our core values of providing customers with quality service and uncontested value. Dorbiere is proud to operate 40 pubs, boasting a selection of community pubs, country inns and student bars throughout the Northeast, Northwest and the Midlands.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. In this role you will gain hands-on experience and develop a range of skills related to the office administration, you will be working closely with team leaders and managers to ensure all customer's enquiries and internal duties are handled in a professional and efficient manner while undertaking day-to-day operations requirements, ensuring they are met.

Key responsibilities:

You will undertake administrative tasks within the office, playing a primary role in ensuring the office managers have adequate support to work efficiently

Working autonomously and as part of a team, the role will include involvement with the coordination and implementation of office procedures

Frequently having responsibility for specific projects and tasks

Most of the work involves both oral and written communications, word processing and typing, and requires relevant skills such as IT, organisational and presentation skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

Learning & Development:

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Attending training sessions and completing assignments as part of the apprenticeship.
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
End point assessment
Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
20% Off the job training

Requirements:

GCSE or equivalent in:

English and Maths (Grade C / 4)
A keen interest in business administration and developing a career in this field.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Business Administration

The apprenticeship:

Qualification: Business Administration Level 3

Duration: 15 months

A fast-growing property franchise specialising in sales, lettings, serviced accommodation, and property sourcing is looking for an admin apprentice to join their team and grow with them in a dynamic & supportive environment. Their mission is to empower individuals in property investment and management while delivering exceptional service.

The role:

Possible start date: ASAP

Monday to Friday - 0900 – 1700 

Total working hours: 35

As an Admin Apprentice, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of Win Property Ltd. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in property management and administration while working towards a recognized qualification. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the team, including managing emails, schedules, and documents. 

• Assist in maintaining property records, contracts, and client information. 

• Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and social media in a professional and timely manner. 

• Support with marketing tasks such as updating property listings and creating content for social media platforms. 

• Organize and manage appointments, viewings, and inspections for properties. 

• Assist with preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with the team to improve administrative processes and contribute to business growth. 

Requirements

What We’re Looking For: 

• A motivated individual with a keen interest in property and business. 

• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail. 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 

• Proficiency in basic IT tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace). 

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills. 

• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure. 

• A positive, team-oriented mindset. 
• Must have a full UK driving licence

Qualifications and Experience: 

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Math (Grade C/4 or above preferred). 

• No prior work experience is necessary; training will be provided. 

Benefits

• A structured apprenticeship program with on-the-job training and support. 

• Opportunities for career progression within a growing company. 

• Exposure to the exciting world of property management and investment. 

• A friendly and supportive team environment. 

• Competitive apprenticeship salary. 
• Workplace pension