Location: Darlington
Hours: Monday to Friday, full time
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Contract: Apprenticeship

Optimum Skills are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services business based in Darlington who are looking to appoint a Business Administration Apprentice to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre individual who is keen to begin a career in business administration within a professional office environment. The employer is taking a considered approach to recruitment and is seeking a motivated and capable candidate who can demonstrate strong academic ability and a genuine commitment to developing their skills.

The role will include:

• Providing administrative support to the wider business
• Managing correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems
• Assisting with document preparation and data entry
• Supporting day-to-day office operations
• Developing professional workplace skills alongside formal apprenticeship training

The ideal candidate will have:

• GCSEs at grades 7–9 (or equivalent), particularly in English and Maths
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A professional attitude and strong work ethic
• The ability to work well as part of a team
• A willingness to learn and develop within a structured environment

Due to the nature of the role and the standards expected by the employer, applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who can demonstrate strong academic achievement and a mature, reliable approach to work.

Optimum Skills will support the successful candidate throughout their apprenticeship, providing training, guidance and ongoing development to help them succeed in the role.