Start a Business Traineeship
A traineeship in Business Services gives you practical experience supporting the day‑to‑day operations and management of a business. Because business roles exist across all industries, the tasks you perform will depend on your chosen specialisation and workplace. Depending on your role, you may be involved in:
- Developing and using spreadsheets and business documents
- Coordinating business resources and office activities
- Responding to customer and client needs
- Capturing, storing and managing business data
- Preparing reports, including financial activity reports
- Assisting with project work and business initiatives
- Managing records and information systems
Career options available:
- Executive Assistant: you will provide one-on-one support to senior staff such as monitoring a manager’s email, drafting communications on their behalf, and planning and organising meetings on their behalf.
- Administrator: you would undertake a range of functions to ensure the administration activities within organisations run smoothly.
- Project Officer: you would plan, direct, co-ordinate and implement specific activities to achieve a resource and time limited business objective.
- Office Administrator: you would engage in a number of administration activities, be able to prioritise and supervise staff to ensure smooth operations in an office environment.
- Sales Account Assistant: you are responsible for increasing organisations' products and/or services sales.
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A career IN the business industry would suit someone who:
- Strong attention to detail
- Good problem-solving skills
- The ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues
- Competency using computers and business software
- Strong multitasking and organisational abilities
- A customer service–focused mindset
Looking to start your career in Business?
Traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
Once you complete this form, we’ll email you a link to chat with Charlie, our friendly recruitment assistant.
Based on your answers, Charlie will connect you with the most appropriate local team, who will then guide you through the next steps.