Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship

Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship – Biscoes Solicitors

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you’ll be the professional face of our law firm. You will master diary management, document handling, and high-level client care in a fast-paced environment. Develop vital administrative and communication skills while supporting legal teams and ensuring seamless office operations.

Apprenticeship Overview:

• Salary: £8.00 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds

• Working Week: Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm (1 hour lunch break)


• Hours: 35 hours per week


• Duration: 18 months


• Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship standard qualification


• Online training supported by our dedicated tutor


• Location: 67 Union Street, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2LN
  

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will:

• Greet clients and visitors in a professional, courteous, and welcoming manner


• Ensure reception and client areas are presentable at all times
  Manage incoming calls, emails, and post, directing enquiries appropriately


• Support meeting room set‑up, refreshments, and client hospitality


• Provide general office and administrative support to fee‑earning and support teams


• Assist with document handling, scanning, filing, and data entry


• Support diary management and meeting scheduling


• Maintain accurate client and office records in line with confidentiality requirements


• Assist with office supplies, stationery stock, and facilities requests


• Support internal processes to ensure efficient office operations


• Carry out ad‑hoc tasks as required by the business
  

Essential Qualifications:

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grades 4–9 (A*–C) desirable

Skills and Personal Qualities:

• Communication skills


• IT skills


• Attention to detail


• Organisation skills


• Customer care skills


• Problem solving skills


• Administrative skills


• Number skills


• Team working
  

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end? 

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship standard qualification. Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship? Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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