Gateshead Council

Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice

Gateshead £15,434.00 37 hrs/week

The Business Administration Apprentice will support the Corporate Asset Team in delivering a range of property and asset management functions. The role involves maintaining property records, supporting Community Asset Transfer projects, providing administrative support, managing data and documentation, responding to enquiries and assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Council's property portfolio. The post will provide the successful candidate with valuable experience in business administration, property management and local government while working towards a Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification.

Working Week Description

37 hours per week Normal working hours will be in accordance with the Council's flexi-time scheme. The successful candidate will be required to attend their designated workplace and participate in off-the-job training as part of the apprenticeship programme.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update property and asset records within Council databases and systems.
  • Organise and manage property-related documents, including leases, licences, plans and legal agreements.
  • Carry out data quality checks to ensure property information is accurate and up to date.
  • Maintain electronic and paper filing systems in line with Council procedures.
  • Assist with the administration of Community Asset Transfer enquiries and applications.
  • Maintain records and supporting documentation for Community Asset Transfers.
  • Support communication with community groups, voluntary organisations and Council services
  • Arrange meetings, consultations and site visits, and prepare associated documentation.
  • Provide administrative support to the Corporate Asset Team, including managing emails, telephone calls and correspondence.
  • Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations and spreadsheets, and support the gathering and reporting of property and asset information.

  • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the post. 

Required Skills

  • • GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent English and Maths.
  • • Commitment to undertaking and successfully completing a Business Administration Apprenticeship.
  • • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • • Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
  • • Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • • Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
  • • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • • Willingness to learn new skills, systems and processes.
  • • Positive, reliable and professional approach to work.
  • • Commitment to providing good customer service and maintaining confidentiality.

Training and Support

Learning and Skills apprenticeship programmes are delivered through a mixture of face-to-face and virtual methods by our fully qualified and industry experienced apprentice training team. Using their expert knowledge gained from time spent in the industry, we've tailored our programmes to use the most up-to-date tools and technologies so that the skills we create can be used directly in the workplace. As one of our learners, you'll benefit from coaching, help and guidance from our dedicated team whose job it is to ensure your success. Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification

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