Executive Support Apprentice

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a diverse and stimulating role within the Tax team. You will play a crucial role in helping us achieve our vision and deliver success on behalf of our members by providing first-class service and supporting colleagues to perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities:

Committee Support:

Organise Tax and Business & Rural Economy Committee meetings Manage papers and minutes Update committee membership lists Book rooms/venues Greet attendees Ensure refreshments are available

Supporting the CLA advice service:

Handling incoming calls from members Managing email and written correspondence Triaging and managing cases Composing correspondence Keeping the CRM accurately updated

Supporting the Tax Team:

Assist team members administratively Appointment setting Manage diaries Maintain digital filing systems Arrange meetings Process invoices Assist with events

Additional Duties:

Upload documents to the CLA website Provide reception cover Support the annual Rural Business Conference Cover for colleagues on leave

Training:

Training:

This role is supported by a Business Administration level 3 apprenticeship standard delivered by the Apprenticeship College via live virtual sessions, twice monthly Training will be delivered via live virtual sessions twice monthly using IT specific sessions, workshops and theatre-based learning to deliver the standard Ongoing skills coach support will also be provided Line management regular meetings and peer support

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be an option to gain permenant employment within the organisation.

Employer Description:
Are you passionate about the countryside and eager to kickstart your career? The CLA is the leading membership organisation for owners of businesses, land, and property in the beautiful English and Welsh countryside. Our members manage around half of the rural land in these regions and are involved in over 250 different types of businesses.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Flexible hybrid working up to 2 days from home, one of which being a Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Interpersonal Skills,Detail-Oriented,Socially Confident,Self Motivated