Business Administrator Apprenticeship - Level 3 - London

Business Administrator Apprenticeship – Level 3 – London

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 18 months

Department: Indie Delivery Unit, Business Management & Admin, Group Strategy & Transformation, Business & Operations

Location: London – London Broadcasting House

Salary: £22,950 (+ £5,441 London Weighting)

COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU?

Join us as an apprentice at the BBC to give yourself the opportunity to kick‑start your career in a job you\’ll love. We’re committed to your skills and talent development. You’ll learn on‑the‑job, developing your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.

WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME?

The BBC isn’t just about what you see on screen! Behind every one of our programmes, there is a team that keeps the business running like clockwork. We’re looking for people to be part of this, and contribute to the second to none efficiency of our business operations. If you’re organised, proactive, and can spot the small details that make a big difference, look no further; our Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship could be your perfect next step!

To find out more about the schemes we offer, you can register to join one of our webinars here.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

• Indie Delivery Unit: The Indie Delivery unit centrally supports the BBC\’s Content team, working with Independent Production Companies and internal stakeholders across London, Manchester and Birmingham. The Business Administrator will work with our delivery and payments teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of the commissioning and business operations workflow. They will also have opportunities to support wider business strategy, challenging current processes and exploring the introduction of new technologies and automation.
• Business Management & Admin: The Business Management and Administration team supports the Chief Operating Officers Group through collaboration, purchasing, governance and expert advice. With around 70 members, BMA drives initiatives, manages meetings and assists directors. The team values innovation, continuous improvement and embraces technologies like AI. Joining BMA means gaining experience, making an impact and being part of a close‑knit, forward‑thinking group that helps the business run smoothly and efficiently across divisions.
• Group Strategy & Transformation: The Group Strategy & Transformation team helps shape the future of the BBC. We work closely with top BBC leaders to give advice and come up with smart, creative ideas for how BBC services like iPlayer, BBC Sounds and Bitesize can improve and grow. We also lead the BBC’s Generative AI team, which explores new tech like artificial intelligence and helps different parts of the BBC use it in exciting ways.
• News IT Asset Management: The Information Technology Asset Management team is responsible for the IT asset estate across BBC News. We look after the IT budget and are responsible for ensuring adherence to the BBC IT Policy across the News division. We’re also here to help you get the best from your IT and equip staff with everything they need to do their best work.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Work directly in a BBC team and pull back the curtain on the world’s leading public service broadcaster.
• Provide critical administrative support that keeps the heart of the team beating.
• Keep the team on track and ensure deadlines are met, working at pace to solve problems on the job.
• Communicate with colleagues across departments, building relationships and networks.
• Learn the systems, processes and skills that keep a major global organisation running smoothly.

You’ll study for your industry‑recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off the job. This means you’ll spend at least one day a week studying for a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship with our learning provider, using its virtual delivery platform.

For more information on the apprenticeship standard you will be studying, please visit the link.

YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY

We’re interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world‑class content and operational excellence to our audiences. We’re not focused on your qualifications; instead, we look for potential and offer you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience to work in different ways.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply:

• Collaboration – ability to work well with others, to reach a common goal.
• Organisation – sharp eye for detail and ability to keep your team’s work organised and running efficiently to meet tight deadlines.
• Adaptability – ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work in uncertain situations.
• Motivation for the BBC – enthusiasm for why you want to work at the BBC specifically and your motivation around pursuing a role in the broadcasting industry.

This scheme is aimed at non‑graduates. If you have a degree and you’re interested in similar roles at the BBC, we recommend applying for jobs at the BBC careers site or having a look at our other apprenticeship schemes.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2026.
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship.
• Be legally eligible to work full‑time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.
• Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme, whether with the BBC or another organisation.
• Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area (Business Administration) at the same or a higher level than this apprenticeship.

To apply for this scheme, you must also have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above or National 5 (Scotland) at C or above or an equivalent qualification.

READY TO APPLY?

Don’t leave yourself wondering “what if?” this could be your chance to be part of something exciting. See yourself thriving in this role? Just click ‘Apply Now’!

You’ll create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed.

If you’re eligible, we’ll guide you through the next steps of the process and what to expect.

You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based. Interested in a different location? Check out our other adverts – but please only apply to one.

This is a fixed‑term apprenticeship – your contract lasts for the duration of the scheme. Once completed, you’ll be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you take your next step – whether that’s at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.

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Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Our apprenticeship roles are also subject to you having the required qualifications that we have deemed to be necessary for your role and the requirement of the training provider for your scheme. The offer would be subject to you undergoing and meeting the requirements of a skill scan process with the BBC nominated training provider to determine your eligibility.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

EEO and Diversity Statements

We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can belong, thrive and achieve their full potential.

We take inclusivity seriously and want to ensure all candidates who are disabled or have long‑term health conditions receive the support and adjustments they need. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the recruitment process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via the Early Careers Recruitment contact form and we’ll be happy to discuss how we can support you through the process.