Product Management / Commercial Apprentice (Business Administrator)

Training Provider

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

Training Course

Business administrator (level 3)

What you'll learn

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training Schedule

The apprentice will receive a minimum of 6 hours a week off the job to complete college based work.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE in:
  • English (grade 5)
  • Maths (grade 5)

Desirable Qualifications

• GCSE in:
  • Any other subject (grade 5)
  • Any other subject (grade 5)
  • Any other subject (grade 5)

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
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Initiative
• SAP experience is advantageous
• Passionate
• Proactive and self driven
• Takes ownership of tasks

Other Requirements

• Ideally, we are looking for someone who has a passion for working in manufacturing
• A commercially minded person with a technical flare with an interest in pricing, cost optimisation, and market expansion
• Confident communicator, with the ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Interest in industrial or technical products is highly desirable

About this Employer

Hubbell Ltd is a manufacturing business providing electrical and utility solutions worldwide. In Bredbury we manufacturer products for harsh and hazardous environments. We are a global organisation established in 1888 with sites in the US, Asia, Mexico and ROW

We deliver high quality, dependable products, supported by knowledgeable customer care teams, and delivered to our end-consumers through a vast network of channel partners, distributors, and retailers.

https://www.hubbell.com/hubbell/en

Company Benefits

This is a great chance to join a global business that has recently consolidated to our new super site in Bredbury and has a long term vision for growth and new product development.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.

Hubbell provides fantastic opportunities for development and we have our own centre of excellence based in the US for Talent Management.

Ask a Question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP
Apprenticeship Team
apprenticeships@tscg.ac.uk
0161 886 7461

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041864.

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Closes in 17 days (Friday 31 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
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