Are you a school or college leaver looking to develop your skills and realise your full potential? Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, energetic and innovative company?
Please note: We will start to review applications towardsthe end of March 2025.
Salary: £16,500
Location: Marlow, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol,Newcastle, South Coast
Start date: Monday 6th October 2025
Qualification: Level 3 Business Associate
Duration: 18 months
Apprentice roles available:
- Sales Operations
- Commercial Operations
- Logistics
- Bids & Contracts Support
- Procurement
Join our Apprenticeship Scheme in Business - Operations
For ambitious school and college leavers, a SoftcatApprenticeship is a great first step into the world of work. You earn, learnand gain qualifications while starting out on a structured career. BusinessOperations covers a number of different teams and departments within Softcatsuch as Procurement, Customer services, HR, Legal and Facilities. Together,Business Operations' function is to supportour Sales and Services teams in delivering excellent customer serviceand protecting Softcat's interests while looking after our employees in theprocess.
About Softcat Apprenticeships
Our awarding winning apprenticeship scheme equips you withthe skills, knowledge, and expertise to succeed in your chosen role andbusiness area with in Business Operations. As an apprentice your time will be split between 80% workexperience and 20% off-the-job training with the support of our dedicatedtraining provider. This is a fantastic opportunity for school leavers lookingto kick start their career.
Business Apprenticeships
Our Business Apprenticeship Programme is designed to equipyou with everything you need to become a successful Business executive. Theprogrammes will build and accelerate your skills and knowledge in your chosenbusiness area while supporting you on your journey to completing yourqualification.
During the application process we will provide more detailon roles available and recommend the best area for you based on your skills andqualities.
We'd love you to have
- Ability to be a good team player and to also workindependently
- Organised with administrative skills
- Good communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships
- A willingness and desire to learn new things
Entry Requirements
- A prior attainment level 1 for Math's and English and ascore of Entry Level 3 or higher during the initial assessment in English &Maths (About prior attainment)
- No previous qualifications in Business studies at Level 3 orhigher. This includes:- A level Business, Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma inBusiness, BSc or BA in Business
- No previous qualifications (awarded) in anydegree/masters/level 4 /HNC and above or equivalent in any discipline
- No previous work experience of over 3 months in a Businessexecutive or adminstrative type of role
- You must possess a current valid Right to Work in the UK
Work in a way that works for you
- We recognise that everyone is different and that the way inwhich people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyonetoo. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
- Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days working fromhome (subject to role and requirements of the team)
- Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start andfinish during the day
- Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs
Working with us
Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom andautonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team thatcelebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces everybackground.
