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Are you looking to launch your career in media production, sales support, and business administration? Local Directory Magazines is seeking an enthusiastic, tech-minded apprentice to join our close-knit office team in Amersham.
This is a dynamic, hands-on apprenticeship where you will gain a nationally recognized Level 3 Business Administrator qualification while playing a core role in publishing 17 monthly community magazines and actively supporting our sales pipeline. You will receive full workplace mentoring alongside structured off-the-job training provided by an accredited training provider.
Key Responsibilities & Learning Outcomes
Sales Support & Lead Generation
- Prospect Research: Identify and research local businesses, trade services, and potential advertisers across our publication areas
- Pipeline Administration: Build, clean, and enrich prospect contact lists inside our in-house CRM to feed qualified leads to the sales team
- Outreach Support: Assist with introductory email campaigns, data gathering, and tracking responses to support ongoing ad sales efforts
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Publishing & Software Operations
Print Production Support
- Learn to manage and take 17 monthly print titles through production to tight deadlines
- Creative Tools: Utilise Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign) to update, adjust, and prepare publication layouts and client artwork
- Database & CRM: Keep advertiser records, production schedules, and workflow tracking accurate and up-to-date
Technical Support & Logistics
IT Troubleshooting
- Act as the first point of contact for internal hardware and software issues, diagnosing day-to-day office tech queries
- Warehouse Assistance: Spend a few days each month in our on-site warehouse assisting with the physical collation, sorting, and distribution logistics for magazines and promotional leaflets
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Essential qualifications:
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 4-9)
- Maths (grade 4-9)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
Discover our network of 17 hyper-local publications, designed to unite communities across Bucks and Herts. Each edition delivers tailored community news, local events, and engaging content directly to residents, fostering a strong sense of community and providing local business advertising to companies across these regions.
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Business Admin L3.
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