This is an entry level role so no previous experience is required but you must be able to meet the entry requirements for the apprenticeship as stipulated by our training provider.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Undertake typing of reports, specifications and other documentation for the business unit
Diary management and supporting with internal meeting arrangements
Produce and maintain staff CVs within the business unit
Supporting with bid documents/PQQ submissions
Preparation and production of presentation materials, adhering to marketing standards
Preparing and carrying out induction for new starters within the business unit
Management and coordination of business units' training records and associated schedules
Assist with internal audits to ensure compliance with our Integrated Management System (IMS) at all times
Producing and filing financial invoices
General administration including filing, photocopying, scanning, shredding, archiving, etc.
Provide administrative support for business units on a national basis during times of annual leave or absence of other staff administrators
Assisting with the management of the switchboard, answering and transferring incoming calls
Liaison with the wider partnership operations team, including HR, Accounts, IMS and Marketing
This list is not exhaustive, and we would expect the successful candidate to be willing to undertake ad hoc duties in supporting other members of the office when necessary.Training:Business Administrator Level 3.
All training will be completed on the employer's premises. Training Outcome:The opportunity to secure permanent employment and progress with the partnership.Employer Description:TB+A LLP is a high-performing engineering partnership with sustainability at the heart of the business, operating from eight offices across the UK and Poland. Since 1958, we have been designing and creating unique internal spaces, blending comfort and function to bring buildings to life.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Supporting recruitment administration, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews and onboarding new colleagues
Processing new starter and leaver documentation, ensuring legal compliance and accurate record keeping
Maintaining employee records and HR systems to ensure information remains accurate and up to date
Supporting payroll administration and the preparation of employee data
Assisting with absence management administration and reporting.
Helping maintain HR policies, procedures and company documentation
Supporting training and development administration, including training records and communications
Assisting with management reporting and wider HR projects
Providing administrative support across the HR team and wider Central Services function
Supporting Head Office reception and switchboard cover when required
Training:
Training to be held in the workplace, via virtual learning delivery with the allocated provider
Frequency of one-to-one catch ups every fortnight and allocated training sesisons monthly
Training Outcome:
Whilst we cannot promise a permanent contract upon completion, this is our intention for the right candidate
We have a strong track record of welcoming HR apprentices at head office into our HR team on a long-term basis, whereby others have progressed into HR Advisors and the like
Employer Description:We're dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows.
With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and stretch you, but it will also provide outstanding opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to genuine job satisfaction at every stage of their career.
We provide competitive pay alongside flexible benefits that help your rewards package go further. Our business values commitment, teamwork, adaptability and a genuine desire to learn - so if you're looking to build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.Working Hours :Monday to Friday with total 37.5 hours per week.
Our ideal work times would be a 9:00am- 5:30pm working day with one hour for lunch, although we can be somewhat flexible for the right candidate.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Headland’s PR Apprentice will be required to undertake (but not be restricted to) the following activities as part of their role:
Writing: Writing for business communications, communicating effectively with PR clients, writing for the media (including articles, news releases, blogs, and case studies)Social/digital media: Understanding when and which social media channel is appropriate and how it can be incorporated into a communications campaign. Using social media in a strategic and effective way for companies and brands
Media liaison: Understanding how the media operates, dealing with day-to-day inquiries from the media, pitching stories and/or products to the media, building relationships with the media (i.e. journalists), creating media lists, monitoring press clippings, sending/receiving press selection products
Media monitoring: Monitoring the news on a daily basis, flagging relevant articles to internal teams and clients
Client liaison: Be a key member of the team answering calls from clients when they ring Headland’s switchboard number, and meeting and greeting clients in person when they visit Headland’s office.
Deliver PR campaigns: Supporting the team in creating new campaigns, working to deliver a strategy for a client or organisation
Evaluate PR campaigns: Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of PR campaigns and measuring their impact
Research & data analysis: Conducting research for the team and/or clients and reporting key details
Presentation: Planning, structuring and delivering presentations internally & externally
Events: Planning, organising and co-coordinating events, meeting the objectives of the brief
Budgets: Taking charge of small finance processes related to PR campaigns
Workload management:
The PR apprentice will also be required to demonstrate workload management by undertaking the following activities.
Time management: Planning, organising, taking the initiative and prioritising workload to ensure deadlines and objectives for both work activities and apprenticeship training are met. Ensuring email/online diaries are kept up to date
Meetings: Arranging internal and external meetings, ensuring rooms are suitable and attendees needs are catered for (including teas/coffees/ adequate IT set up for video calls etc.), and ensuring the office is adequately stocked with necessities
Career development: Taking responsibility for personal learning and professional development
Working with people:
The PR apprentice will also be required to demonstrate the following in their ability to work with people
Professional relationships: Developing professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, effective listening and verbal/written communication. Ensuring supervisors and coaches are aware of work-in-progress and are briefed when any problems arise. Working with teams to achieve goals and promote a motivated work environment
Proactivity: Working within teams to provide support by proactively taking on tasks, and completing tasks with a positive attitude
Networking: Building a professional network of other PR professionals whilst maintaining a positive company and personal image
Training:
You will develop a wide understanding of Public Relations and the impact it has on businesses
As a Public Relations and Communications Apprentice, you will follow a Level 4 Public Relations Assistant apprenticeship standard, which is a nationally recognised qualification route with a Diploma
This will involve “on the job” training, virtual visits from an Apprenticeship Coach, an internal line manager to provide ongoing guidance, online learning and creating a portfolio of evidence
Functional Skills in maths and English if required
The apprentice will be working towards an End-Point Assessment (EPA) which will determine if they have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours listed in the PR & Communications Assistant StandardThe apprentice must follow company and training provider procedures at all times
Training Outcome:
The potential career path of a successful applicant will form part of discussions during the apprenticeship
For any apprentice that successfully completes their apprenticeship, they will be applicable to apply for the position of Trainee Account Executive
Employer Description:Headland is an award-winning, fast-growing communications consultancy, specialising in Corporate Communications, Financial PR, Public Affairs, Digital, Sustainability and Campaigning. Our clients include TikTok, Pret, Scottish Power, OpenAI, Legal & General. Our clients choose to work with us because we put integrated communications at the heart of everything we do and we’re passionate about delivering the best work for our clients.
We’re just under 200 people strong and are based in The City, right next to St Paul’s Cathedral which makes for a beautiful lunchtime stroll. We’ve collected a healthy number of awards in our time, including PR agency of the year.
We’re passionate about collaboration because we believe it drives the best ideas. Our working culture is centred around the idea that everyone, no matter what their level, has a valuable perspective to bring.
We're looking for apprentices who want to get stuck in from day one and really make a difference to their teams. The role will best suit someone who wants to fast track their career in communications and hit the ground running. It’s a fast-paced environment where you’ll learn quickly and be supported every step of the way. Working Hours :Days to be confirmed between the hours of 8.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Genuine interest in PR,Flexible and eager to learn,Social Media,Proactive 'self-starter',Creative and curious,Interest in current affairs,Ambitious,Collaborative,Inventive....Read more...