Business Administration Apprentice

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will rotate across different areas of the business to build a broad understanding of how the company works. You will be fully supported while learning new skills and gaining hands-on experience. Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will be able to explore which area of the business suits you best.

Daily duties to include:

Accounts

Learn how to process purchase invoices on the system Help identify any missing or incorrect information on invoices and pass queries to the relevant teams Support the raising of sales invoices for customers Assist with investigating invoice and payment queries

Purchasing

Help investigate purchase invoice queries alongside the Accounts and Purchasing teams Support chasing suppliers for delivery updates Assist with checking orders and investigating any discrepancies

Sales Support

Provide general support to Customer Account Managers Help respond to customer queries and requests Assist with maintaining accurate customer information

Operations

Carry out basic day-to-day administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and updating records Support simple stock checks and investigations Help keep systems and paperwork organised

Data & Stock Administration

Learn how to set up and update stock codes Assist with investigating stock and data‑related queries Support basic data checks to help maintain accurate records 

Training:
Attend in-person workshops at Weston College monthly Receive ongoing support from a dedicated assessor through regular workplace visits



Training Outcome:

By gaining experience across different functions, apprentices can identify the area they are best suited to and progress into a role that matches their strengths at the end of the programme. We believe this offers a flexible career pathway rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all role, while making you a valued member of the team.

Employer Description:

We are a passionate and innovative business who care for our staff & supply chain. We are a rapidly expanding 4th generation family business who currently employ 50 staff. Sustainability is one of our key pillars for which we have won awards. We offer sustainable clothing and are committed to carbon net zero by 2030. Mathias are a solutions based supplier of all forms of branded clothing from design led corporate clothing, workwear, to protective clothing and PPE. We have large customer base locally and several high-profile blue-chip national clients including SKY, Virgin Media & Heineken.

 

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.5hrs per day with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break. Start and finish times will be either 8.30am to 5pm or 9am to 5.30pm, depending on travel arrangements.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Enjoy a fast paced environment