Apprenticeship Opportunity at the Caithness Chamber of Commerce!
Location: Caithness Chamber Offices, Naver House, Thurso
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Annual Salary: £
Apprentice Opportunity
Are you looking to take your first steps into a career in communications, event planning and business administration? Caithness Chamber has an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join its vibrant and fast-paced team. The Chamber is a dynamic and influential organisation that serves as the voice of the business community in the North Highlands.
As an apprentice, you will have the chance to earn while you learn, gaining valuable workplace experience alongside a professional qualification. This role provides a well-rounded introduction to key areas, including business administration, digital communications, event planning, and business operations, all while receiving structured workplace training.
Key Responsibilities
Social Media & Digital Communications
* Assist with Chamber communications, creating and distributing internal and external communications, collating monthly newsletters, and recording meeting minutes.
* Create and schedule engaging social media content across multiple platforms.
* Help maintain and update the company website.
* Design basic graphics for social media use.
Events & Administration
* Welcome visitors, manage phone enquiries, and take messages.
* Support the team with event planning, coordination, venue bookings, and presentation preparation.
* Assist with general administrative tasks, including managing incoming enquiries and responding to emails, maintaining databases.
* Coordinate meeting arrangements and oversee calendar management.
* Provide general office support, such as mail handling, photocopying, and scanning.
Skills and Attributes
* Confident and with a good understanding of digital skills, including Microsoft 365 and using social media platforms.
* Good level of written, verbal and numeracy skills.
* Good organisational skills and ability to deliver tasks and work to deadlines.
* Personable and friendly with great interpersonal and communication skills.
* Motivated with a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
* Trustworthy & reliable, and a great team player.
About Caithness Chamber of Commerce
Caithness Chamber of Commerce is a membership organisation with some 230 members and is the voice of the business community in the North Highlands. Established to foster economic growth and collaboration, the Chamber connects businesses of all sizes and industries, providing them with the tools, resources, and advocacy needed to thrive in a competitive marketplace.
With a commitment to supporting local enterprises, Caithness Chamber of Commerce offers a wide range of services, including events and business networking opportunities, business advice, training programmes, and promotional initiatives. It acts as a bridge between business, government, and the wider community, ensuring that the interests of its members are represented, and that the North Highlands remain a vibrant place to live, work, and invest.
How to Apply
Please send a full CV along with a supporting letter indicating why you are the best applicant for the post. The letter should give examples of how you have demonstrated the attributes and skills listed above.
CV and letter should be e-mailed to Trudy Morris, Chief Executive
recruitment@caithnesschamber.com
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