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Business Administrator Apprenticeship MCS Waste Group

IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED · IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED
Location
St. Albans
Postcode
AL4 0PJ
Salary
£14,560 a year
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Hours per week
35h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Business administrator (level 3)
Start date
23 November 2026
Application deadline
16 November 2026
Posted
5 November 2026
Vacancy reference
2000062835

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

  • Answering telephone and email enquiries and directing them to the appropriate department.
  • Providing excellent customer service to clients, suppliers, and members of the public.
  • Maintaining accurate customer and company records using internal systems.
  • Preparing quotations, reports, letters, and business documents.
  • Supporting the scheduling and coordination of waste collection and operational activities.
  • Processing invoices, purchase orders, and other administrative paperwork.
  • Updating spreadsheets, databases, and company management systems.
  • Filing, scanning, and archiving documentation in line with company procedures.
  • Assisting with compliance and health & safety administration.
  • Managing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
  • Supporting the team with data entry and producing management reports.
  • Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and taking meeting notes when required.
  • Monitoring shared inboxes and ensuring enquiries are responded to promptly.
  • Working with different departments to ensure smooth day-to-day business operations.
  • Developing knowledge of business administration processes while working towards a level 3 qualification.

Working week

35 hours per week with flexible starts. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativePatience

Required qualifications

Desired
GCSE · English · Grade 5
Desired
GCSE · Maths · Grade 5

Training & development

Ignite Sport will deliver the training virtually and in the workplace.

Future prospects

Move into a sales role.

Things to consider

You must hold a current UK Driving Licence.

About IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED

Our client, MCS Waste Group, is a professional waste management and recycling company providing reliable waste collection, recycling, skip hire, and environmental services to commercial and domestic customers. Operating across a range of sectors, the business is committed to delivering efficient, sustainable waste solutions while maintaining excellent customer service and supporting environmentally responsible waste disposal practices.

As a growing and customer-focused organisation, our client offers a fast-paced working environment where apprentices can gain valuable experience in business administration, customer communications, operational support, and office management while developing skills that are transferable across many industries.

Website
mcswastegroup.co.uk/
Contact name
Leah Bryan
Contact email
l.bryan@ignitetraininguk.com