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SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited\n Are you interested in starting a career in business administration? This could be your opportunity to learn, develop new skills and gain valuable workplace experience as an Administration Assistant Apprentice, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.\nAs SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team in Irvine and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride. If you’re organised, enjoy helping others and are keen to learn, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your first steps into the world of work.\nWe are seeking a proactive, reliable and flexible Administration Assistant Apprentice to support our administration and operational activities. 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We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop within a supportive team.\nThe tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):\nProviding front-of-house and office support, including answering telephone calls, welcoming visitors and handling incoming and outgoing mail.\n\nSupporting day-to-day administration, operational activities, client enquiries and communications.\n\nMaintaining accurate records, databases and company systems.\n\nAssisting with travel, accommodation, training and other logistical arrangements.\n\nSupporting the administration of employee records, training, leave and other HR-related information.\n\nHelping maintain supplier records, compliance documentation and accreditation information.\n\nAssisting with company asset, vehicle, fleet and equipment records.\n\nSupporting financial administration, including invoice processing, expenses and maintaining financial records.\n\nLearning and following company procedures, including data protection, health, safety and environmental requirements.\n\n To be a successful Administration Assistant Apprentice, you should be able to demonstrate:\nA genuine interest in business administration and a desire to develop a career in this area.\n\nGood verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of English.\n\nAn organised and logical approach to tasks, with good attention to detail.\n\nA willingness to learn, take on feedback and develop new skills.\n\nA proactive, adaptable and reliable attitude.\n\nThe ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues when needed.\n\nAn understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection, including GDPR, or a willingness to learn.\n\nIf you’re ready to learn new skills, gain practical experience and build a foundation for your future career, SOCOTEC could be the perfect place to start.\nRole details\nFull-time, 40 hours per week.\n\nBased at our premises in Irvine.\n\nApprenticeship training and qualification arrangements to be confirmed.\n\n Why SOCOTEC?\nJoin a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. 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