Business Admin Apprentice @ LGL Worldwide Logistics for their freight forwarding business.
Blackburn College is delighted to be working in partnership with LGL Worldwide Logistics, based at the Saturn Centre in Blackburn (BB1 5QB), to recruit a Business Administration Apprentice.
LGL Worldwide Logistics is a market-leading freight forwarding and logistics provider, operating an extensive global transport network and delivering high-quality logistics solutions worldwide.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
The apprentice will undertake duties under supervision, rotating through various tasks to gain a holistic view of the company's operations.
1. General Administration & Communication
- Handling incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence.
- Maintaining and updating office filing systems (both physical and digital) with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.
- Managing office supplies, stock levels, and ordering new equipment as needed.
- Scheduling and coordinating internal and external meetings, including room booking and minute-taking.
- Data entry and management using the company's CRM and administrative software.
2. Freight Operations Support (Industry-Specific)
- Assisting with the preparation and processing of shipping documentation, such as Bills of Lading (B/L), Air Waybills (AWB), Customs Declarations, and Delivery Orders.
- Helping to track and trace shipments (sea, air, and road freight) and providing timely updates to the operations team.
- Verifying and cross-checking documentation to ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company standards.
- Filing and organising essential documents related to specific shipments and consignments.
- Liaising internally with the Import and Export teams to ensure smooth handovers of information.
3. Financial & Invoicing Support
- Assisting the accounts department with processing supplier invoices and preparing sales invoices for customers.
- Inputting costs and charges accurately into the freight management system.
- Helping to resolve minor invoicing queries under the guidance of a senior administrator.
4. Compliance and Record-Keeping
- Maintaining the strict confidentiality of company and client information.
- Adhering to all company policies, procedures, and relevant industry regulations.
- Ensuring all administrative tasks are completed in line with the requirements of the apprenticeship qualification.
Personal Qualities: Attentive, Bubbly, Charismatic
Required Qualifications: Maths and English at grade 4/C/ L2 Functional Skills
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship (1 day release for college)
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Expected Hours: As per the guidelines, full time
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: Lglworldwide.com
