Introduction
As a Business Administration Apprentice at XceCo, you'll play a key role in supporting commercial activities, preparing contracts and tenders, producing reports, analysing business data and building relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues.
About the Employer
XceCo is an award-winning, independent renewable energy asset management company based in Grimsby. Supporting over 750 offshore wind turbines across multiple wind farms, XceCo provides expert Asset Management, Operations & Maintenance and Consultancy services. Built on the values of safety, collaboration, integrity, experience and reliability, XceCo works as one team with its clients to maximise the performance and value of renewable energy assets while contributing to a more sustainable future.
What You'll Do
Support the day-to-day administration of the business, ensuring records, systems and documentation are accurate and up to date
Assist with the preparation, review and servicing of commercial contracts and project documentation
Provide administrative support for tender submissions and bid writing, ensuring information is accurate and submitted within deadlines
Prepare reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office to support business operations and decision-making
Analyse business data and produce management information to identify trends and support continuous improvement
Communicate professionally with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders by telephone, email and video conferencing
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and distribute actions to attendees
Manage shared inboxes, calendars and diaries and arranging meetings when required
Maintain electronic filing systems and ensure confidential information is handled in accordance with company policies and GDPR
Support the onboarding of new projects by preparing documentation and coordinating administrative activities
Assist with procurement activities, raising purchase orders and maintaining supplier records where required
Support the commercial and technical teams with administrative tasks to ensure the successful delivery of renewable energy projects
Assist in organising and attending industry events, exhibitions, client meetings and networking opportunities when appropriate
Prepare professional correspondence, reports and business documents to a high standard
Maintain accurate records within company databases and business management systems
Work collaboratively across departments, demonstrating the company's values of safety, integrity, collaboration, reliability and professionalism
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and contribute ideas that enhance business efficiency
Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the role and support the successful completion of the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship
Training Outcome
- Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and further enhanced industry based training.
- An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
- Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skillsNumber skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4/C or above
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4/C or above
Course Information
Course: Business administrator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Business and administration
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm (30 mins unpaid lunch).
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: TEC PARTNERSHIP
