Business Operations Apprentice in Manchester

Job Location: Manchester (3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home)

Salary: £19,000 - £25,000 (dependant on experience)

About Grayce

We are change and transformation partners for the world's most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've delivered measurable impact by identifying, developing and deploying high‑performing talent across the UK and beyond - turning potential into performance for the businesses that need it most. Joining Grayce means becoming part of a business built on a deeper purpose: championing emerging talent and creating meaningful career opportunities.

As our Business Operations Apprentice, you'll gain hands‑on experience across Finance, HR and Business Operations, developing practical skills that will provide a strong foundation for your future career.

Role Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start their professional journey in a fast-growing business. You'll work closely with teams across Finance, HR and Operations, gaining exposure to key business processes and developing a broad understanding of how a successful organisation operates behind the scenes. From supporting financial processes and employee administration to helping coordinate our Manchester office, you'll play an important role in ensuring our people and operations run smoothly while building valuable workplace skills along the way.

Responsibilities

• Finance & Business Operations
• Support day‑to‑day finance processes including expenses, invoicing and payment administration
• Assist with timesheet management and operational reporting activities
• Maintain accurate records and documentation across business systems
• Support commercial and operational processes to ensure information is up to date and accurate
• Respond to finance and operational queries from colleagues and stakeholders
• People & Office Operations
• Support HR administration and employee‑related processes
• Assist with employment references, internal communications and people queries
• Help coordinate the Manchester office, meeting spaces and workplace facilities
• Arrange travel, accommodation and catering requirements where needed
• Contribute to creating a positive and professional workplace experience
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working
• Support projects and initiatives across Finance, HR and Operations
• Develop your understanding of business, commercial and people management practices

About You

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and eager to learn. You'll bring:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence managing multiple tasks and priorities
• A collaborative approach and strong team ethic
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Excel
• An interest in business, finance, operations or people management

Previous experience in administration, customer service, retail, hospitality or an office environment would be beneficial but is not essential.

Why Join Grayce?

• Gain hands‑on experience across Finance, HR and Business Operations
• Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive environment
• Build skills that will set the foundation for a successful career
• Develop commercial awareness and business acumen
• Be part of a growing organisation committed to developing emerging talent
• Work from our vibrant Northern Quarter office with opportunities to collaborate across the business

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing support
• Cash Plan
• Employer pension contributions
• Discounts and cashback at over 900 retailers
• Cycle to Work and Smart Tech scheme