Business Administration Apprentice

Provide administrative support to various departments Manage emails, telephone enquiries and correspondence professionally Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records Prepare documents, reports, presentations and meeting minutes Update databases and company systems with accurate information Support compliance with company policies and procedures Assist with recruitment administration, including interview scheduling Maintain employee records and personnel files Support onboarding and induction activities Taking minutes in meetings Producing reports Support invoice processing and purchase order administration Assist with data entry and maintaining financial records Process expense claims and maintain filing systems Respond to customer enquiries via telephone, email Log and track customer requests and complaints Support customer account administration Assisting with samples in line with customer requests Assist with supplier communications and administration Support stock control and inventory record management Process purchase orders and delivery documentation Liaise with the sales department to determine customer requirements and with customer services regarding delivery schedules

Training Outcome:

Progression opportunities to General Administrative Assistant, or if the apprentice took an interest in a particular area of the business, this could be looked at, e.g. Finance, HR or Customer Services



Employer Description:

Shalam Packaging Group have been a trusted name in plastic packaging since 1976. As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on long-term stability and continuous investment in people and technology. 

Today, we operate multiple manufacturing sites worldwide, delivering high-quality packaging solutions to customers across global markets.

Our site in Sunderland manufactures plastic packaging which involves both Thermorming and Extrusion processes.



Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - 08:30am - 5:00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: SKILLWISE TRAINING UK LTD
  • Posted: 09-Jun-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk