Business Administrator Apprentice (Level 3) - UK

Role: Business Administration Apprentice (Level 3) - UK

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Ollerton, NG22 9PZ 

About Us  
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.  

Business Administrator Apprenticeship Programme
During your apprenticeship, as well as learning and developing your academic knowledge, you will also gain knowledge and experience in all aspects of document control. On completion of the programme you’ll have gained a recognised accreditation, that will offer you the opportunity to build a rewarding and successful career. 

The main duties of the role include: 

• Provide high quality customer service in all communications with internal and external clients. 


• Maintain accurate paper and computer-based records. 
  Produce correspondence, documents and presentations to specification using a variety of media. 


• Maintain established paper and computer-based filing systems.


• Work in accordance with established processes. 

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?
As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Business Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship standard which takes 18 months to complete. 

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?
For this apprenticeship you will be based in our Ollerton Office - Murphy, Rushcliffe House, Newark Road, New Ollerton, Nottingham, NG22 9PZ 

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C / 4-9 (or equivalent) 


• You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude! 


• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship. 

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them: 

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy  

• Always Deliver  


• Respect, Integrity & Accountability   


• Never Harm  


• Continually Improve  

What you’ll get in return

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development. 


• Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.  


• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service 


• Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.  


• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review 


• Above market rate contributory pension scheme 


• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay 


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus 


• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus 


• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations 


• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc 


• Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.