Business And Operations Support Apprentice
Ascendis Accountants, Business & Tax Advisors Ltd · North West · SK9 5AR
Apprenticeship
Level 3
Accounting & Finance
Salary£15,600 yearly
LocationNorth West
PostcodeSK9 5AR
Start date26 Oct 2026
Apply by25 Oct 2026
QualificationData technician (level 3)
Training providersolveway limited
Job ID54702
About the role
Reception & Office Administrator 📣
Are you a pro at juggling tasks and keeping things running smoothly? 😎 We're on the hunt for a Reception & Office Administrator to be the face of our company and the backbone of our daily operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love making things happen, this is the gig for you! 🚀
What you'll be doing:
- Mastering the Phone Lines: Answering and screening calls, handling queries, and directing people to the right team. 📞 You'll be the first point of contact, so making a great impression is key! ✨
- Greeting VIPs: Welcoming clients and visitors, showing them to meeting rooms, and making sure they feel right at home (with refreshments, of course!). ☕
- Message Maven: Checking the answering machine daily and getting messages to the right people, stat! ✉️
- Office Guru: Keeping our workspace clean, organised, and looking sharp. 💯
- Supply Squad Leader: Keeping an eye on office supplies, letting us know when we're running low, and helping us re-stock. 📦
- Mail Master: Handling all incoming and outgoing post, making sure everything gets where it needs to go. 📬
- Admin Ace: Tackling all sorts of admin tasks – preparing documents, printing, scanning, photocopying, and filing like a champ. 📄
- Diary Dynamo: Managing diaries and scheduling meetings to keep everyone on track. 🗓️
- Compliance Champion: Keeping client records with Companies House and HMRC up-to-date and accurate. 🔒
- Supplier Superstar: Working with company suppliers, getting quotes, and managing contract details. 🤝
- Financial First Steps: Assisting with basic sales and purchase ledgers. 💰
- Client Connection: Liaising with clients to ensure a smooth and efficient engagement process. ✅
- Documentation Detective: Requesting and collecting necessary client documents and identification, adhering to anti-money laundering regulations. 🕵️♀️
- System Savvy: Setting up and maintaining client records in our company systems. 💻
- Support System: Providing general admin and operational support to our Office Manager and Business Support Manager. 💪
- Event Enthusiast: Helping to plan and organise company events, meetings, and team activities. 🎉
What you'll need:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 🗣️
- A proactive and organised approach to your work. 🧠
- The ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. ⚖️
- A keen eye for detail. 👀
- Proficiency in basic office software. 🖱️
If you're ready to take on a role where you can truly make a difference and be an integral part of our team, we want to hear from you! Apply now! 👇
Key responsibilities
- Handle incoming calls, greet visitors, and manage reception operations.
- Perform general administrative duties, including document preparation and filing.
- Maintain and manage client records, ensuring compliance and data accuracy.
- Provide administrative and operational support to managers.
- Assist with basic financial ledger and supplier management tasks.
Entry requirements
GCSE in: (English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4))