Apprentice - Business Administration CEO

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Job Reference MCA/TP/12590/

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Fixed Term/Full Time - 37 hours per week

Working Hours:

37

Location:

70 Redcliff Street, Bristol

Closing Date:

05/10/2026

Job Category:

HR & Organisational Development

Region / Division:

UK Region

Business Unit:

Operations

Ready to start your career and make a real impact?

The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is recruiting enthusiastic apprentices aged 18 - 21 years old who are looking to start their career moving from education into the workplace to join our team and help shape the future of our region. If you’re looking for a chance to earn, learn and grow in a supportive public‑sector environment, this is your moment.

Why join the MCA?

At the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, you'll be part of the work shaping the future of our region. From improving transport and supporting greener communities to creating opportunities for local people, you'll contribute to projects that make a real difference. You'll see the impact of your work in the communities around you while building valuable skills for your future.

What you'll get

• A fully funded apprenticeship qualification
• Paid, hands‑on experience in a supportive public sector organisation
• Training, mentoring and opportunities to develop your career
• A welcoming workplace where we value being Ambitious, Collaborative, Inclusive, Confident and Innovative
• The chance to make a positive impact across the West of England

This is a 2 year fixed term contract starting November 2026.

What we're looking for

We're looking for enthusiastic people who are ready to learn, work as part of a team and commit to completing their apprenticeship. You'll also need:

• 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Minimum 2 A Levels
- Grade C or above, (or the equivalent qualification)

Work/volunteering experience in a professional environment

• Good communication and basic IT skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent)
• Good organisational and time management skills, with a reliable and professional approach
• A positive attitude, curiosity and a willingness to learn and develop

The ability to work collaboratively, showing resilience, enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering your best

Right to work in the UK and meet the government's apprenticeship funding eligibility requirements.

If you're reliable, enthusiastic and ready for your next step, we'd love to hear from you OR If you're ready to learn new skills, build your experience and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

• Provide professional and proactive administrative support to the Senior CEO Executive Assistant helping to ensure priorities, actions and key activities are organised and delivered effectively.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, senior leaders, external stakeholders and partner organisations, supporting effective communication and collaborative working.
• Manage and respond to enquiries on behalf of the Senior CEO Executive Assistant via telephone, face‑to‑face, written and digital communication channels and ensuring responses are accurate, timely and professional.
• Support the management of the CEO’s diary, including arranging meetings, coordinating availability, preparing agendas and papers, and ensuring appropriate follow‑up actions are completed.
• Organise meetings, events and executive activities, including preparing documentation, taking accurate minutes, maintaining action logs and monitoring agreed actions through to completion.
• Prepare, format and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, briefing documents and other information required by…