Business Administrator Apprentice - London, United Kingdom - Bates Wells Braithwaite

Description

About the company:

Bates Wells are a law firm with a difference.

They believe in making a positive impact, whether that's achieving legislative and regulatory change around sustainability, or working on a landmark case with wide-ranging implications.

Their clients are diverse - from global household names, to public bodies, to start-ups. and are also the firm of choice for thousands of charities and social enterprises.

As a values-driven firm, Bates Wells show commitment to clients, people, the environment and society.


About the role:

The Operations team is looking for an Apprentice to join the team and provide support across the department. The Apprentice will take part in a Business Administration Level 3 course. This position will be mainly based within Facilities, but also working within Reception, Archiving and the wider Operations team.


Main Responsibilities:

Working as part of the Facilities Team to handle day-to-day administration and associated duties to run the office


Duties vary and include:

• Reprographics printing, scanning and finishing documents.
• Handling incoming/outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Meeting room set up and configuration.
• Stationery, catering and office supplies maintaining stock levels.
• Maintenance health and safety checks.

Working with the Reception Team to provide client care and support within the meeting rooms including:

• Maintaining the reception area.
• Greeting visitors and servicing meetings.
• Handling telephone calls.
• Booking couriers.

Working with the Archivist to assist with maintaining client records and documentation


Duties include:

• Helping with archiving projects.

There will also be the opportunity to assist the Operations Director and Senior Operations Manager with projects, including some relating to their B Corp certification and Climate Programme initiatives.

Their social and environmental impact is important to them as a firm and the Operations team play a key role in helping the firm to minimise its carbon footprint and have a positive impact on the planet and society.

Specific tasks may change over time, so they will need you to be adaptable as they continue to meet their clients' needs.

Entry Requirements:

• You'll need to attend an online interview with our Talent Team and pass initial assessments in maths and English once you have completed your registration.
• You will need to be within a commutable distance to the office location listed.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all dealings.
• Ability to multitask and keep calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• The flexibility to work outside normal office hours as required.

About you

• You are able to build, maintain and nurture relationships.
• You are a team player. There is a place for individual effort, but we highly value a collaborative approach.
• You have a genuine interest in the work we do; we encourage questions about the business and invite you to test assumptions and propose ideas.
• You share our values and want to make a difference.
• You have an interest and determination for individual learning to complete the Business Administration Level 3 course.

Additional Benefits include:

• Access to LDN's Apprentice Community
• LDN Personal Development Opportunities
• LDN Social Events
• LDN Apprentice of the Month Prizes
• Excellent Career Progression
• Access to UniDays

Job Types:
Full-time, Apprenticeship


Salary:
From £24,000.00 per year


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
BAW005

Expected start date: 31/05/2024