Apprentice Office Administrator in Wellingborough

This position requires an enthusiastic and motivated apprentice to provide administrative support with a view to a long-term career with us. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

We want to offer you the best experiences and opportunities so you can reach your potential and pursue your passions. We develop and support our people's success from the start to the end of your career at BAM. You'll receive your apprenticeship training for L3 Business Administration which will take place remotely via online training sessions and 1-1s with a learning coach.

Daily tasks may include:

• Learning new systems and digital platforms.
• Working with a variety of teams at all levels.
• Maintain stock lists and order office supplies as needed.
• Drafting, formatting, and printing relevant documents.
• Manage correspondence by answering emails and sorting mail.
• Assist in purchase orders and invoicing.
• Arrange meetings by scheduling appropriate meeting times, booking rooms, taking minutes and planning refreshments.
• Answering phone calls and transferring them as necessary.
• Create agendas and take meeting notes.
• Photocopy and file appropriate documents as needed.
• Be a central point of contact for a variety of queries which will require escalation or rerouting.
• Arranging, reporting on and following up on training for the business.

We are a multi‑faceted organisation delivering high‑quality products and services across BAM UK & Ireland. Our team works at pace and in close collaboration with senior leaders, managers, and office‑based colleagues to ensure seamless operations. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive environment that offers varied opportunities for both professional and personal growth. The role involves a mix of office-based work from the Wellingborough Site Solutions Ltd depot. Working in an office environment and learning the key skills to become an effective office administrator. Occasional travel to other depots will be required.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we provide continuing development opportunities within a creative and considerate work environment.

• BAM Benefits (online discount platform)
• Volunteering Days
• Wellbeing Days
• Generous Holiday Allowance including additional holiday purchase scheme
• Annual Salary Review
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals

BAM is committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing family friendly policies that support work-life balance.

What do you bring to the role?

• A genuine interest in developing skills in an administrative role.
• Clear communicator.
• Displays a positive “can do” attitude.
• Pays good attention to detail and has a thorough and structured approach to completing tasks.
• Good interpersonal skills and building genuine relationships.
• Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• High degree of energy and self-motivation.
• Ability to multi-task and provide focus, direction, and solutions.
• Communicating with relevant agencies to produce travel itineraries for business directors and employee events.
• Assist in planning and arranging events, including organising catering.

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

Our application is open until 13 February 2026. BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. Join us in making possible.