Business Administration Apprentice

Goonvean Group · Paignton

ManufacturingEmploymentOn-siteSustainableLarge organisationProgressionSocial impact
Job Summary:

We are looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join our office team. The role will supporting daily commercial operations. This position involves a variety of tasks including customer service, sales support, order processing and commercial administration. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide administrative support for the processing of sales orders
  • Support the updating and management of the department’s systems, ensuring data is entered accurately and promptly
  • Assist with the preparation of purchase orders for, and completion of shipping documents
  • Maintain accurate records of goods leaving the business, ensuring all documentation is compliant with relevant regulations
  • Communicate with customers and freight forwarders to track shipments and resolve any issues or delays
  • Help respond to customer queries, providing information and assistance as required
  • Assist with general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and managing emails

Requirements:
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong interest in business administration
  • Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment
  • A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • Problem-solving skills and a willingness to take initiative.
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.

Perks & benefits

Paid Time Off Professional Development

Skills required

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications required

GCSE Maths and English 4 or above

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Roles available 1
Posted 15 Jul 2026
Starts Flexible
Apply by 15 Aug 2026

Training provider

Exeter College

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

TQ4 7QR

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