Business Administration Advanced Apprentice

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

We are seeking an enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join our Cluster Professional Services team, to work alongside and support the Business & Operations Manager, in providing a comprehensive administrative service to five departments (collectively known as the Cluster).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious University to gain administrative experience and training in the Higher Education sector. The successful candidate will work towards completing the Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard at Level 3, via Cambridge Regional College.

The position is varied, and is required to support the departmental and core team needs, but will include duties such as:

  • Providing a comprehensive administrative service to the Business and Operations Manager, core team and departments
  • Organising and attending meetings, sending invitations, taking and distributing minutes
  • Handling enquiries as the first point of contact, drafting replies and escalating where necessary
  • Involvement in cross-Cluster initiatives, such as Equality and Diversity, Sustainability and Health and Safety

Applicants should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C/4 or above including English, Maths and Science and should have good organisation, communication and time management skills.

If you are interested in kick-starting your career, or have a passion for administration and supporting colleagues, please apply, or get in touch if you have further queries.

Fixed-term: 24 months.

How To Apply:

To apply for this role, please use this link to access the National Apprenticeship Service site and follow the on-screen instructions on how to submit your application click the 'Apply' button above.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to:

James Barrett, Business & Operations Manager at

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact the HR team at

The closing date for applications is: 24th April 2024.

The interview date for the role is TBC.

Fixed-term: 24 months

Please quote reference RA40613 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

£18,581 pa


  • Finance Apprentice

    3 weeks ago


    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    We are seeking a motivated Finance Apprentice to join our Professional Services Finance team, providing a comprehensive Finance service to five departments (collectively known as the Cluster).The role is office based in the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Addenbrooke's site and you will, during your 1.5-year apprenticeship, form a key part in the day-to-day...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    People are at the heart of everything we do at Pathology, so why not join our professional services team as our Business Administrator and start supporting excellence in research and education. We can offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential. You will provide a...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom St Matthew's Primary School Full time

    Administrative Assistant (permanent) Hours to be worked: Monday to Friday, 8.00am-4.00pm, one day tbc to 4:30pm (38 hours per week). We are looking for the right person to join the friendly team working in our school office. The role will involve general office duties, including dealing with enquiries, first aid (perhaps including care of an...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    Are you looking for an exciting and varied role to advance a career in Higher Education? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with an inspiring, world-leading organisation? Do you want to contribute to our mission to educate and develop scientific understanding of the Earth, our environment, and planetary systems?An excellent opportunity has arisen...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    The Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP) is a large department with around 50 academic staff, 100 contract research staff and a team of 25 Professional Services staff. DAMTP sits in the Maths Faculty with the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (DPMMS) and some professional service operations are shared...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    The MRC Epidemiology Unit, a department within the Clinical School, University of Cambridge, studies the genetic and environmental determinants of obesity, type 2 diabetes and related metabolic disorders.We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic person to join our friendly Business Team as Administration Assistant, to cover Reception on Wednesday...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team in the Cambridge Research Office as a Contracts Administrator.The University's research projects generate annual income of over £400m per annum, and our teams are responsible for providing expert advice and guidance, and administering external research funding, for academics and...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    We are looking for an Administrator to work within the new Maxwell Centre, providing support to its varied community, including academics, students, industrial partners and liaison officers. This position is an excellent opportunity for a driven, conscientious individual to develop their skills and experience. The main aim of this role is to ensure the...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Cambridge Regional College Full time

    Cambridge Regional College have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Construction (Mulitskills) to join our construction team in Cambridge. We are a large and inspirational centre of learning with Campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We have outstanding teaching and leisure facilities and a reputation for excellence in a number of fields. Our campus...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    Location: West Cambridge SiteWe have an exciting opportunity for a personable and effective administrator to work in the newly restructured Client Services function of the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH). The Client Service Administrator is the first point of contact at the Small Animal Hospital, aiming to give first-class customer service by...

  • Business Analyst

    2 weeks ago


    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    This position will play a crucial role in several projects within the overarching FTP Programme including Finance System Replacement (FSR), University Payment System, Source to Contract, Enhanced Financial Transparency (EFT). The role will support the delivery of business change and aid efficiencies with particular attention to Finance Systems in the...

  • HR Administrator

    4 weeks ago


    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    People are at the heart of everything we do at Pathology, so why not join our professional services team as our HR Administrator and start supporting excellence in research and education. We can offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential. You will work closely with our HR...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Mundipharma Full time

    Finance Business Partner - Technical Operations Finance Location Cambridge/ London (3 times a week in the office)Reports to Senior Director FP&A - Tech OpsSchedule Type Full TimeBusiness Area Mundipharma Technical OperationsJob Function FinanceAt Mundipharma, we are proud of the work we do to bring innovative treatments to patients. We challenge ourselves...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    The Faculty of History wishes to recruit a Temporary Assistant Professor in Early Modern World History (Islamic World). This is a temporary, 12-month post to cover the leave of key colleagues in this area.The appointee will have Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching responsibilities and will serve as co-convenor of the Part IA Outline paper, Early Modern...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and skilled individual to join the Faculty of Mathematics professional service team as Postgraduate Office Manager, responsible for leading a team of dedicated administrators focusing on the delivery of high-quality support for all aspects of postgraduate education. The post is fixed-term for 12 months or...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    The Accounting Services section provides key strategic operational accounting and administration services to the University. The scope of the work carried out by the teams and sections are wide-ranging and essential to the smooth running of the University's Accounts Payable, Receivable, Cash Management and Payroll functions and to assist in decision making...

  • Accounts Assistant

    2 days ago


    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    A position has arisen for an Accounts Assistant in Cambridge. This is a full-time temporary position for 4 to 5 months.The position assists in the administration of accounts and maintain financial records within the Department in order to contribute to the management of Departmental finances.Responsibilities:Administer accounts payable and receivable:...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom BCL Legal Full time

    Head of Department & Partner - Commercial Property BCL Legal are seeking to fill a critical role in the Commercial Property division, our agency has been tasked with finding an experienced professional to lead the team at one of the region's leading law firms, the office is located within Peterborough.Our client seeks an individual with a strong background...


  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Hewlett Packard Enterprise Full time

    Senior HPC Software ConsultantJob Description:Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's...

  • Receptionist

    2 days ago


    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom EA First Full time

    Are you looking for a reception / front of house role which includes administration?Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.Do you enjoy being the first point of contact for visitors and providing excellent customer service?We're looking for an organised and...