This fantastic opportunity has arisen; the successful candidate will support the operational and administrative functions of GenNorth. Duties include providing administrative support across finance, HR, marketing, governance and general business operations.
The role will provide support for a broad range of administrative activities as set out below.
Over time, it is envisaged that increasing focus will be given to a selection of these Key Accountabilities:
1. Executive & Administrative Support
2. Finance Administration Support
3. HR & Office Administration
4. Marketing & Client Support
5. General Operations & Governance Support
Dimensions of the job:
Social Value & Sustainability
We have won The Sunday Times best place to work in the small business, construction and building materials’ category. Supportive environment.
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Excellent Timekeeping, Excellent Attendance, 6 to 12 months experience
GCSE in Maths and English with grade C/4 or above (Essential)Experience working 6/12 months in Office/Customer Service duties with grade Full/Part Time (Essential)Microsoft in ICT – Knowledge of Outlook, Excel and Word with grade Pass, Merit or Distinction (Desired)
The role will involve working as part of a team and will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services.
Business administrators develop key skills and behaviours to support their own progression towards management responsibilities.
The responsibilities of the role are to support and engage with different parts of the organisation and interact with internal or external customers.
With a focus on adding value, the role of business administrator contributes to the efficiency of an organisation, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested. The flexibility and responsiveness required allows the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills.
The business administrator is expected to deliver their responsibilities efficiently and with integrity – showing a positive attitude. The role involves demonstrating strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopting a proactive approach to developing skills.
The business administrator is also expected to show initiative, managing priorities and own time, problem-solving skills, decision-making and the potential for people management responsibilities through mentoring or coaching others.
The apprenticeship standard requires management of a project and evidence a process that they have improved, as well as mentoring and coaching responsibilities.
The Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard is assessed at the end of the programme externally by the awarding body, NCFE; to assess and test the candidate’s knowledge, skills and behaviours.
The end point assessment will include:
A range of assessment tools, such as:
Delivery of the programme is via planned face-to-face classes and workshop sessions at the Waterfront Centre in Huddersfield, HD1 3LD. You are provided with paid time to study as part of the apprenticeship programme.
There is a strong chance there may be an opportunity for a full-time position or further opportunities after completion of the apprenticeship.
Programme & Project Management
We provide senior and executive level programme and project management leadership and support, across the full project lifecycle with a focus on driving a sustainable future.
Advisory Services
Our wide range of advisory expertise will help you grow and strengthen your organisation through strategic planning, securing funding, governance and due diligence.
Cost Management
We deliver expert cost and commercial management across all project stages, ensuring robust financial control, value optimisation, and risk mitigation to drive commercially successful and sustainable outcomes.
