Business Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you looking for an apprenticeship in an ever-changing environment with plenty of perks? We are recruiting for an Apprentice for a leading Nationwide Electrical Wholesaler operating from their Flagship Birmingham location. Edmundson Electrical are a nationwide business with over 370 locations supplying goods to the electrical industry.
The role will require a hard-working, likeable, and motivated individual to grow within the business, working within an experienced team to gain a relevant qualification to further their career. You will not only learn about customer service and the how the trade operates, but also you’ll get exposed to all elements of the business. Part of this role will be working within a small team supporting one of our major accounts, where using spreadsheets and other Microsoft programs will be vital to the job.
Desired Skills:
- Confidence in speaking to a variety of people.
- Able to follow procedures.
- Accurate and efficient.
- Good telephone manner.
- Willingness to learn.
- Good Maths and English skills.
- Confidence in Microsoft Office.
Desired Background:
- GCSE A*-C in both English and Maths.
- Previous work experience in a busy customer facing environment.
Monday – Friday: 45hrs per week
Significantly exceeds National Minimum Wage.
Future Prospects:
Excellent scope for progression for the right person upon successful completion of apprenticeship, into a number of potential roles.
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £14,285.00-£18,369.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Wholesale
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Business Apprentice roles across Edmundson Electrical Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Wholesale.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14,285 - £18,369 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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