We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Business Administration Apprentice. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is eager to learn and gain valuable skills and experience in a Local Government Authority setting.
As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will provide essential support to various service departments within Maldon District Council, including our Community Engagement, Environmental Health, Housing, Revenues and Benefits, Customer Solutions. This role will also have the unique opportunity to work alongside our Community Engagement Team.
You will have the chance to work closely with experienced professionals and learn from them while contributing to the smooth running of our departments, and gaining a recognised qualification.
Experience in any of these areas would be desirable however what is essential is that you have:
A strong customer focus
A positive “can do” attitude to help us deliver the highest standards of service for our customers
Good IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly
Attention to detail, with good levels of accuracy
About this role
We are looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience as you complete an Business and Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship with us. You will be motivated, able to work as part of a team and able to multi-task providing support to a variety of council services.
We in turn can offer:
A supportive and inclusive work environment
On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced professionals
The opportunity to gain a wide range of skills and experience in business administration
Potential for future career advancement within Local Government
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking local authority based within Maldon, accessible by local bus routes.
As an apprentice for Maldon you will develop within a professional working environment with managers support to enable a focus on self-development, opportunities to develop, room for progression and training.
In this role you will be required to:
· Assist with general administrative tasks, such as data entry, filing, and document management
· Provide support to different service departments
· Help maintain accurate records and databases
· Coordinate and schedule meetings and appointments
· Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations
· Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely and professional manner
· Deliver excellent customer service (Both internal and external)
· Ensure strict confidentiality is maintained, and data protection rules are followed
· Promote and Support Customer Self Service where appropriate
All of which you will receive support and training to enable you to carry out tasks assigned to you.
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