Business Administrator Apprentice - (Payroll and Onboarding)

Brief Description

This exciting apprenticeship offers the opportunity to build a career in recruitment while gaining valuable business and administration skills. You'll play a key role in onboarding candidates, completing compliance checks, supporting payroll processes and assisting with the day-to-day running of a fast-paced office. Long-term career is available.

Qualifications Required

5 GCSEs including Maths and English 4/C or above

Personal Qualities

Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
Capable of working efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment
Professional and approachable manner when dealing with candidates and colleagues
Empathetic and supportive
Can handle difficult conversations

Skills Required

Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Strong administration and data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
Confident written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage information clearly and professionally
Strong command of written and spoken English
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Team player who can effectively support the team

Future Prospects

This apprenticeship provides a strong pathway into recruitment, compliance, or wider business administration roles, with opportunities to progress into senior consultant, compliance officer, or team leader positions.

Vacancy Detail

Duties will include:
Supporting the onboarding of new candidates and ensuring all compliance requirements are met
Obtaining, checking, and processing candidate documentation accurately
Carrying out Right to Work, identity, qualification, and reference checks
Processing Enhanced DBS checks and overseas police checks where required
Reviewing employment history and ensuring training records remain up to date
Chasing candidates and consultants for outstanding documentation and compliance information
Maintaining accurate candidate records and entering data onto internal systems
Providing a professional and responsive service to candidates, clients, and colleagues
Assisting with weekly payroll administration and shift entry processes
Producing reports and supporting the team with a variety of administrative tasks
Ensuring all records are maintained in line with company procedures, client requirements, and relevant legislation
Working closely with consultants to support the smooth day-to-day running of the recruitment process

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