Business Administrator Apprentice


Company:	Government Recruitment Service
Salary:	£30,681 to £31,626 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	9 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you looking for a role that offers personal development and career progression?

Do you want to learn on the job whilst undertaking an apprenticeship to gain a qualification?

Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group.

We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all.

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As a Business Administrator Apprentice, you will report into the Capability Development Analyst and will play an important role supporting delivery of the DDTS Capability Strategy. You will contribute to strategic capability development across DDTS by supporting activity to attract, develop and retain Government Digital and Data professionals, while also helping to strengthen digital skills across Defra.

A key aspect of the role, you will coordinate and book training courses for more than 800+ members of staff across DDTS, ensuring that accurate information is gathered, maintained and used effectively. You will also support the analysis of management information, including gathering and tracking learning requirements, assisting with the production of reports for different audiences, liaising with external suppliers and internal subject matter experts where required, and maintaining learning records to monitor skills and capability development.

You will also use strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with managers and staff with keeping both informed of progress and next steps. 

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