Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
RS Clare
Apprenticeship summary
Level 3 Business Administrator.
Join RS Clare & Co Ltd, a Liverpool manufacturer founded in 1748, as a Business Administrator Apprentice. You’ll gain hands-on experience across logistics, procurement, finance and HR while completing your Level 3 qualification. For the right candidate, this is the start of a permanent career.
Closing date: June 30, 2026
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This role covers a wide range of activities across a number of departments:
Logistics & Supply Chain
- Supporting the coordination of inbound and outbound shipments
- Assisting with delivery scheduling, tracking, and documentation
- Maintaining accurate records for goods in and goods out
- Liaising with hauliers, couriers, and internal warehouse teams
Procurement
- Raising and processing purchase orders on the company’s systems
- Assisting with supplier correspondence and follow-up
- Supporting the maintenance of supplier records and pricing information
- Helping to monitor stock levels and flagging replenishment requirements
General Office Administration
- Providing administrative support across departments as required
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email and post
- Maintaining filing systems, both electronic and paper-based
- Drafting letters, reports, and internal communications
- Accurate data entry and maintenance of business records and databases
- Taking meeting notes and distributing action points
HR & People Administration
- Supporting the HR function with administration tasks including filing and record keeping
- Assisting with onboarding documentation for new starters
- Helping to coordinate training bookings and maintain training records
- Supporting reception by dealing with visitors and answering and directing telephone enquiries professionally
You will receive full on-the-job training from day one, working alongside experienced colleagues across our logistics, procurement, finance, HR and administration teams. Your development will be supported through regular mentoring and structured rotations designed to build practical, real-world business skills.
Your Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship qualification will be delivered in partnership with St Helens College, combining workplace learning with off-the-job study. St Helens College will provide expert tuition and regular reviews to ensure you are progressing confidently towards your qualification.
There is always projects and opportunities at RS Clare, one route might be logistics and exports, one might be procurement and purchasing. Or the individual will be an admin resource across functions. We look forward to seeing how you progress and see where your strength and growth takes you.
Employer
RS Clare
RS Clare & Co Ltd is one of the UK’s oldest manufacturing businesses, founded in Liverpool in 1748. We are a specialist manufacturer of lubricants and associated products, supplying a range of industries across the UK and internationally. Our long heritage is matched by a commitment to innovation, quality, and developing the talent of our people. This apprenticeship represents a genuine investment in your future. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple business functions, working alongside experienced colleagues and contributing to the day-to-day operations of a dynamic manufacturing company. RS Clare is described by staff and ex employees as a positive and supportive environment, highlighting the friendly and hard working colleagues emphasising strong team work. The overall feeling is that the company fosters great team spirit and offers opportunity for personal growth and development. Additionally the company is known for its employee days allowing staff to engage in fun activities away from work.
Training
ST HELENS COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard:Business administrator (level 3)