Business Admin Apprentice
Blackburn College is delighted to be working in partnership with East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, based at Red Rose Court, Clayton Business Park, to recruit a Business Administration Apprentice.
East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce is a locally based private sector organisation, owned by the Members and accredited by the British Chambers of Commerce.
We are committed to helping Pennine Lancashire have a thriving economy. We are active at local, regional and national levels in the influential decision making bodies, whose programmes and investments, both public and private, determine the environment in which business operates.
We help companies across the area with their productivity, by helping reduce costs, providing qualified advice, training and developing staff, increasing sales and improving profits.
Job Description/Key duties:
To provide the highest level of support & service to the international business team and its clients.
To ensure all administration and operational tasks have been completed accurately, in a timely manner and in-line with Chamber procedures and audits. Energy, enthusiasm, motivation, smart appearance and communication abilities are characteristics required.
· Data entry of all information and actions for training sessions and events
· Communicate and liaise with attendees on training and events.
· Organise and provide support for local seminars and training sessions.
· Updating client records in Rubi on a daily basis, telephone calls, emails, support/assistance given, visits etc
· Produce invoices for the department and credit chase as and when required.
· Producing and marketing our information bulletin to be distributed to clients.
· Marketing of the department’s services on a weekly basis, using fliers, canva, mailchimp, emails and social media etc
· Contacting clients with details of our services and promoting the International Business Team
· Attending client meetings and Chamber events as and when required
· Maintain appropriate files, reports, documentation, and data.
· Assist with marketing and communications.
· Ensure the website is up to date with all current information.
· Be flexible in accordance with the requirements of the business and carry out any other duties as required.
Personal Qualities:
- Positive and enthusiastic approach
- Professional and presentable
- Reliable and punctual
- Motivated and keen to learn
- Approachable and friendly
- Willing to take initiative
- Flexible and adaptable
- Supportive team player
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service
- Honest and trustworthy when handling confidential information
- Skills Required:
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Confident telephone manner
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Willingness to learn new systems (e.g. CRM systems such as Rubi, Mailchimp, Canva)
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Ability to follow processes and procedures
- Basic understanding of social media platforms
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Professional email writing skills (or willingness to develop)
Required Qualifications:
Maths and English at grade 4/C/ L2 Functional Skills
Things to consider:
Some work required outside normal working hours in order to meet the needs of the business. A reasonable amount of overtime and travel is therefore expected
Benefits:
Birthday off, extended (discretionary) leave over Christmas, Optical contribution, discounted breakdown cover, flexible working, death in service, Pension, free parking, access to health care cash plan
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship (1 day release for college)
Pay: £7.55 per hour (£8.00 from April 2026)
Expected Hours: 35 hours 8am – 4pm
Work Location: In person
Future Prospects: Permanent Role
Other Information
Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship: Advanced Apprenticeship
Proposed Duration: 20 months
Contact:
Apprenticeship Team
01254 292500
Apprenticeships@blackburn.ac.uk
Website: https://www.chamberelancs.co.uk/
