The role of a Retail (Parts) Advisor Apprentice:
Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers both in person and over the phone
Developing relationships with other departments
Preparing orders
Meeting deadlines
Stock control/management
Processing warranty claims and payment
Identifying parts
Business development/planning
Marketing and visual merchandising
Forecasting and budgeting
Managing logistics including organising and arranging deliveries
Training:You will learn the key principles, practices and skills that underpin the role. You will achieve a Level 3 Retail Team Leader qualification to further develop and apply your skills in more complex situations.
Training is delivered at the state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz Apprentice Academy in Milton Keynes, via a block release programme.Training Outcome:
Parts Process Specialist
Parts Supervisor
Parts Manager
After Sales Manager
May lead to Sales Executive
Employer Description:Mercedes-Benz is a globally recognised company whose range includes some of the most valuable brands in the automotive industry.Working Hours :TBC by employerSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Reviewing warehouse and distribution contact charges to understand pricing structures
Verifying invoices of historical charges, and comparing actual costs to contract costs
Maintaining a log of all charges and identifying and analysing any discrepancies
Assist with the processing of purchase invoices, cashbook/bank journals and expenses claims through to final payment stage.
Prepare and process internal recharge journals for the support from the finance team
Assist with the routine month end processes including bank and petty cash reconciliations, charge card processing and VAT returns.
Assist with various payroll related tasks
Assisting with cost recovery claim documentation
Preparing and posting cost recovery invoice
Assisting the finance team with ad hoc reconciliations in the Financial Accounts function
Training:Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
For the assistant accountant, the qualification required is:
AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Training Outcome:
Hopefully continue to work with Kingsland upon successful completion of apprenticeship
Will review closer to the time with Line Manager and HR
Employer Description:An employee-owned drinks specialist providing innovative solutions to the UK trade and beyond.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:45 (45 minute lunchbreak)Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
We are looking for an enthusiastic and determined individual who is looking for an exciting opportunity to learn on hand industry experience within a sales department whilst studying towards a professional qualification and accreditation
Main Function/Purpose of Job:
Supports the UK JLR sales team on the response of customer design changes through quotation documents at a core functional level for the successful financial status of all relevant programmes
Supporting the wider programme development team through the programme lifecycle, including managing changes and supporting business meetings
Manages (with supervision) low to mid-level programme, quoting current lifecycle parts for service and re-quoting parts for end-of-life production
Maintenance of commercial trackers to capture any programme changes to the financials
Supports the plants commercial activities and processing of claims to achieve business metrics
Principle Accountabilities:
As part of the apprenticeship programme, you will be required to study towards a Level 6 Chartered Manager Degree qualification in line with Apprenticeship standards and the education provider
Is directly accountable to the Sales Manager for the related customer (JLR) at a core functional level to support the successful implementation of programmes within the business
Monitor financial development for a low to mid-level account on sales pricing, tooling cost, CAPEX investment and engineering development costs
Provide cross-functional interface for the customer supporting the sales manager and programme team while attending all necessary regular meetings to ensure a sufficient level of programme support is provided and maintained
Ensure correct escalation and reporting of programme financial issues in a timely manner to the relevant management level to achieve successful resolution
Training:Chartered Manager (degree) Level 6.
Over the course of the programme, you will have day release to Coventry University to attend lectures whilst working your remaining week within the sales team to provide support for the customer, Jaguar Land Rover. There will be a structured programme in place for you to gain knowledge of the automotive product the business produces, with support and mentoring to develop your skills for an account management role. This will include taking on responsibilities for the aftermarket sales account and providing support for the wider team on several topics.Training Outcome:Progression into a Sales Engineer role.Employer Description:Treves UK is a subsidiary of the Treves Group. We operate from our plant in Farnham, North Yorkshire, HG5, with a smaller office in Coventry, CV3. The group manufactures and supplies interior and acoustic components to the automotive industry. We are a Tier 1 supplier to our customers, supplying directly to their assembly line where the cars that you see in the showroom are put together. As a plant we currently employ over 175 staff within the UK and over 4,500 across the Global GroupWorking Hours :37.5 hour working week, including time spent at university.
Monday to Friday.
Flexi time.
Working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Duties include:Processing and coding invoices in accordance with group policies with wider team support liaise with suppliers to resolve invoicing queries in a professional manner and on a timely basis
Liaise with the procurement team as necessary to resolve issues
Supporting the close out the Purchase Ledger at Month End
Support the completion of supplier statement reconciliations on a monthly basis
Handling post/emails related to invoices and any other associated duties
Assisting in the preparation and processing of weekly payment runs in line with group policies and procedures to avoid inaccuracies
Processing monthly Sap Concur expense claims
Other ad-hoc duties to support the Finance Manager as required
Training:Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
Foundation covers the basic principles of accountancy, and is your starting point if you’ve never studied accountancy before.
You’ll learn the basic principles of accountancy, such as double-entry bookkeeping, costing and preparing financial statements, as well as how to use accountancy software.
This level is ideal if you’re new to accountancy and finance, have previously worked in an accounts department, or are looking to change your career into Accountancy.
To pass this level, you'll be examined on five units. All assessments are computer-based exams (CBE).
The area you will cover include:
Bookkeeping transactions
Bookkeeping controls
Elements of costing
Using accounting software
Foundation Synoptic Assessment
Training will be provided either via classroom or remote sessions. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.Training Outcome:
Opportunity for career progression in the future is available
Employer Description:Solid State Plc is a high value-added manufacturer and specialist design-in distributor to the electronics industry. We are currently looking to recruit within the groups finance function a purchase ledger administrator focused on supporting the Systems Division. Our focus is on providing reliable technology for use in harsh environments, where failure is not an option.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
This role is focussed on the administrative side of the accounts function in the department, with general tasks including but not limited to:
Administrative support to the Research Grants function within finance, assisting with queries from both colleagues and funders, running reports, journalling costs, creating small application costings, and maintaining an electronic filing system
Provide support with accounts payable and accounts receivable administration. Process and raise invoices, deal with both supplier and customer queries, resolve issues with invoices on hold, and transfer costs as requested by colleagues
Carry out general administrative duties. Maintain accurate filing systems for accounting documents, bring ineffective processes to the attention of the line manager, check expense claims adhere to policy
Provide support to the finance team to ensure the smooth running of finance processes, including cash management and procurement activities
Training:
The applicant will train under First Intuition Cambridge for their level 3 Assistant Accountant qualification
They will be expected to attend regular in-centre tuition courses throughout a 12 - 14-month period which will help develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours in accountancy-related practices
First Intuition Cambridge Ltd has Cambridge, Norwich, Ipswich, Peterborough and Milton Keynes centres
Training Outcome:
Potential to obtain a permanent position in the department for the right candidate dependent on funding availability
More likely to be successful in applications to other University departments after successful completion of post
Employer Description:The Department of Medicine seeks to produce the highest quality research output while increasing the efficacy of translation, delivering a global impact upon clinical practice and patient wellbeing. We seek to enhance graduate education, and its interface with the NHS both at the research and clinical levels, while focusing on the success, wellbeing and diversity of its key resource, our staff and students.
With 550 staff and students, and a further 200 visitors, the Department of Medicine is the largest in the School of Clinical Medicine. We house over 80 Principal Investigators, 50% of whom are clinically active; and hold over 250 active grants worth £150M with an annual expenditure of £30M.Working Hours :Flexible, but core hours are Monday - Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Time management,Excel skills....Read more...
As outlined in the responsibilities below, this is all about being highly organised, able to multitask, willing to embrace the digital world and enjoying working in a busy and dynamic environment. Communication skills are key and working for lawyers means your written English needs to be impeccable. You will work with the MBD Manager and MBD Director, their team in the US and London lawyers across the board.
General
Support the implementation of marketing & BD strategies, campaigns and projects
Assist with BD reporting
Find ways to help achieve the Team’s goals
Marketing
Assist with the production of BD (pitch material) and marketing literature
Event organisation (annual party, seminars, small client events)
Sponsorship programme: help manage sponsoring and/or speaking opportunities at conferences
Coordinate with external agencies (design, print, event, catering)
Help coordinate the Firm’s newsletters and distribution lists
Assist with keeping the website up to date and ensure profiles and content are current, upload blogs, news, events and other new material
Social media: help manage Hausfeld’s twitter and LinkedIn company accounts
Track activities of the firm when it comes to PR, marketing activity and conference participation
Manage website content
Business Development
Responsible for the ongoing management and system and maintenance of the Firm’s contacts database (CRM)
Coordination of the Firm’s directories submissions
Maintain knowhow and information sources and monitor market trends, news and developments to identify new case opportunities
Maintain events and media trackers which help us monitor progress
Training:To meet the requirements of the Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer apprenticeship programme you will need to spend 6 hours a week of your time undertaking off-the-job learning, which will include:
Formal training, including online learning and internal learning events
1-2-1s with your coach and line manager
Observing and shadowing colleagues
Writing up learning reflections for your portfolio
Training Outcome:
Full-time employment
Employer Description:Hausfeld is an award-winning law firm bringing a visionary approach to resolving disputes in competition, commercial, tech, environmental, consumer and human rights law. With offices across the US and Europe, they bring high-profile cases which redefine the legal landscape. Their antitrust team has won many awards for the claims they brought, and so has their environmental team for climate change cases. For more information, visit hausfeld.com.
Hausfeld are a gender-diverse firm with over 45% female lawyers and 37% female partners and have an excellent track record of promoting women worldwide. This compares favourably to worldwide industry averages. In addition, 54% of the Global Management Group is made up of women, and the vast majority of their senior business professionals are women. Hausfeld won ‘DEI Outstanding Firm’ at the Chambers Europe Awards 2024.Working Hours :Monday to Friday
9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative....Read more...
Key Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Answering telephone calls from tenants about repairs and maintenance and advising on who can assist and assisting tenants using the customer portal ‘Grosvenor Connect’
Raise Works Orders (check in/out) for ad hoc repairs and maintenance through Planon/Elogbook system, as well as inputting all asset data and ensuring PPM’s are set up
Audit Gas/Electrical (Compliance) Certificates (Ensure WO raised, check dates, Address’s, follow up on remedial works)
Record future Retrofitting strategy with Property/Project Manager as part of our wider sustainability business goals
Review Roof and Gutter reports on properties and assist the Property Manager with any necessary action points
Record utility meter readings and location of meters on property maintenance system Planon/Elog books
Carry out Pre-tenancy checks/inspections of market let properties as and when instructed by the Property Manager
Demonstrate to tenants how to use various appliances/heating system in their properties and ensure that up to date manuals are in properties
Assist the Property Manager in raising insurance claims/reporting on property management system and liaising with colleagues from Realty Insurance when required
Arrange access to properties with tenants when required for Fire door inspection/Water tanks/Roof & Gutter/Drainage PPM’s
Collecting unwanted/unclaimed post from market let properties and arrange ‘return to sender’ or dispose of junk mail
Assist in transferring documents onto the new CAFM system
To identify data that is incomplete or has been input inaccurately by tenants
Training:
All work and studying will be done at work, with Study hours included throughout the week to help you work towards your qualification
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:Fixed term contract, following apprenticeship the individual can apply for roles within Grosvenor. Employer Description:We think this is a special place to work. So, before we get into the detail of this job opportunity, here’s a few words about who we are and what’s important to us.
We’re about delivering lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit
This role sits within our UK Property Business which is about creating sustainable places where business, communities and nature thrive. We’ve been developing and managing neighbourhoods for over 300 years, pioneering change and new ways of thinking about property. Our heartland is in London’s West End and we also invest in vibrant urban places such as Liverpool and across England.
We’re part of something much bigger too. Grosvenor is an international organisation whose activities span urban property, food & agtech, rural estate management and support for philanthropic initiatives. We’re united by a common goal to deliver lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit.
We’re steeped in history but focused on the future
We may have 340 years of history, but we are firmly focused on the future. From progressive environmental action to being at the forefront of community engagement, we work with purpose and embrace change. So diversity of thought and fresh perspectives really matter to us. We want our people to bring everything they are to work. Their life experiences, their knowledge, their unique take on challenges and solutions.
What’s it like to work here?
Well, there is plenty to talk about. It’s purposeful, whether that’s innovative ways to tackle the climate crisis or engaging meaningfully with local communities. It’s commercial and ambitious, which you’ll see in our transformational development projects and diverse investment pipeline. It’s sociable, in our buzzing café and at our many events. It’s challenging, varied and supportive: contributing to inclusion and innovation is part of everyone’s personal goals here. We also enjoy a flexible work environment and, because it’s a family business, we like to think we are a little less corporate too.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5:30pm. 1-hour lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Duties and Responsibilities Administration and reception
● Ensure the efficient operation of the office, dealing with front line enquiries from staff, pupils and visitors whether in person or by telephone and to pass on the messages to the relevant member of staff
● Maintain a high and appropriate level of communication in writing, verbally and electronically
● Ensure all visitors to the school are welcomed in a polite, friendly and efficient manner and provide refreshments to visitors/Principal when required
● Provide typing, word processing and photocopying
● Open and distribute internal and external post and correspondence as appropriate
● Be responsible for booking daily supply cover for teaching and non-teaching staff
● Check supply staff timesheets ensuring accuracy and timeliness
● Take ID for all agency supply staff and visitors to the school and provide them with the agreed vetting documents to sign
● Maintain daily staff / visitors signing in sheets
● Update staff lists and staff photograph boards with any changes
Dinner money and orders
● On a daily basis, maintain an accurate record of daily dinner numbers and inform the kitchen staff accordingly
● Order school meals for members of staff and visitors to the school
● Manage arrangements for meetings and INSET in school, booking rooms, ordering and serving refreshments as required
● Order packed lunches for educational visits
● Collect, record and monitor receipt of monies for school meals
● Produce weekly outstanding dinner debt information which identifies those families who require a telephone call and / or a debt letter and contact parents / carers by telephone and by letter on a daily / weekly basis
● Produce monthly reports on dinner type and numbers for the kitchen
● To process free school meals claims and entitlement statements, ensuring that pupil records are updated accordingly
● Order teaching and administration supplies, ensuring best value
● Check deliveries and arrange for distribution to the relevant person/s
● Perform regular stock checks to ensure that there is a sufficient supply of resources
● To record and update the academy assets management system
Educational visits
● Undertake administration of educational visits under the direction of the office manager.
Other responsibilities
● To produce and distribute the weekly academy newsletter and assist with the administration of the academy council newsletter
● To produce star pupil cards and post to pupils on a weekly basis
● To provide administrative support to the Academy Council including taking minutes and producing the Academy Council termly newsletter
● To manage the photocopiers and deal with minor troubleshooting, booking engineer visits as needed. To produce monthly usage readings
● To complete AIR forms as necessary under the direction of the Office Manager
● To ensure all information is treated confidentially and with discretionTraining:
Suffolk New College
Business Administrator Standard English and maths (if required) Level 2
Training Outcome:
Any career progression routes will be discussed upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Paradigm Trust is multi academy trust consisting of seven schools.
Four are based in Ipswich:
● Ipswich Academy (secondary)
● Murrayfield Primary Academy
● Piper’s Vale Primary Academy
● Woodbridge Road Academy (special)
Three are base in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets:
● Culloden Primary Academy
● Old Ford Primary Academy
● Solebay Primary AcademyWorking Hours :Monday- Friday
Shifts to be confirmed
30 minutes unpaid lunch breakSkills: Effective Communication,Proficient in IT,Team Player,Keen eye for detail....Read more...
The successful candidate, who will be reporting to the department line supervisor/manager, will be dealing with import shipments and import customer services, for general accounts and larger key account customers
The person will work as a part of the import team and arrange shipments from Europe to UK based customers, by use of the existing DSV road-freight and distribution network across Europe, along with internal UK distribution and warehousing departments
The role will involve communicating with the local DSV depots across the UK and Europe to ensure deliveries are done in accordance with our customers’ requirements. There will also be a degree of customer services involved with direct communication to the customer(s)
Additionally there will be various other ad hoc administrational tasks such as POD handling and following up on customer enquiries/questions
Communicate effectively in a professional manner with customers to ensure their traffic requirements are fulfilled in line with their booking instructions
Receive bookings from UK importers either via our online booking platform or by e-mail
Contact delivery UK places to book in deliveries.
Instructing UK Warehouse and Distribution teams for loading/offloading of cargo to vehicles using our Transport Management System
Liaise with other DSV offices in the UK and abroad, reporting any discrepancies or specific requirements
Ensure legislative compliance in all areas
Ensure that the company operates within all agreed operational procedures, and within statutory requirements including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment.
Perform and correctly implement General Administration, e.g. invoicing; filing, queries, claims, POD handling
Communicate efficiently and effectively with internal and external customers, suppliers, and other offices, as required by operational procedures
Once you have applied for this vacancy AEA will contact you to organise an interview, if your application meets the required criteria.
We will contact you using the details you provide us with in your application and would ask if you would regularly check and reply asap so that you do not miss this opportunity.Training:
Seetec will deliver this apprenticeship in the workplaceYou will have a dedicated assessor who will provide guidance and monitor progress throughout
You will have access to an online portfolio to allow you to monitor your progress and log work completed
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship standard
Functional Skills in maths, English and ICT (unless exempt)
Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:
On completion of the apprenticeship, successful candidates could secure a role in a successful, dynamic company
Completion of this apprenticeship will lead to eligibility to join the Institute of Customer Service as an Individual member at a Professional level
Employer Description:DSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 45,000 employees in more than 80 countries work passionately to deliver great customer services and high-quality services - as part of the operation or in a variety of supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, we’ll give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career.Working Hours :Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 (1/2 Hour Lunch)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
