Business Administration Apprentice

Ashfords LLP · Exeter

LegalAdvanced Level 3On-siteLarge organisationCharity
You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team, providing essential support to our fee earners and assisting with a range of day-to-day administrative tasks within the department.

Not only will you be developing professional skills on the job, but you'll also be studying towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification through Exeter College, which will support you throughout your apprenticeship with us.


Who you are

If you enjoycommunicating with others, work well as part of a team and are eager to learn,we can help with the rest! As this role is within our Residential & RuralProperty team, an interest in property and organisational skills would bebeneficial.

This apprenticeshipwill be challenging at times, so a proactive, resilient, and "can do"attitude is essential. You'll need to be prepared to take ownership of yourwork, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet deadlines when required.

Your working hourswill be 9:00am to 5:15pm, Monday to Friday, with one study day per week atExeter College. You'll also need to be able to travel to our office on theoutskirts of Exeter for your office-based working days.

We will be holdinginterviews for this position on Tuesday 18th August.

Your Career. OurCommitment.

At Ashfords, webelieve in more than just doing great work - we believe in building a greatplace to work.

When you join us,you become part of a team where everything we do is underpinned by our fourcore values: Be Open, Think Team, Make a Difference and Always Grow. Thesevalues shape who we are and how we work - they guide our decisions, influenceour culture, and drive the way we support our people, clients and communities.

With a clear focuson innovation, community involvement, and supporting a healthy work-lifebalance, we are committed to building an environment where our people can havea rewarding and meaningful career.

Whilst we recognisethat every career journey is unique, we will be ambitious for you, giving youthe tools, trust, and opportunities to develop your career, your way.

Our goal? To helpyou realise your full potential as part of a forward-thinking team.

Our offer

We know that ourpeople are at the heart of everything we do – and that’s why we’re committed tosupporting your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance.

Beyond our benefits package, you’ll beencouraged, no matter what your role or career level, to get involved in ourResponsible Business programme, where you’ll support initiatives such ascharity fundraising, environmental causes and our employee led diversity andinclusion groups.

You can find out more about our benefitsby visiting the Reward & Wellbeing page on our website.


Our recruitment process typically involves two stages, whichare designed not only to explore your skills and experience but also to giveyou a real insight into what it’s like to work at Ashfords. Throughout theprocess, our dedicated Talent Attraction team will be here to support you everystep of the way.


For an informal andconfidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Amelia Luxton,Talent Attraction Administrator – a.luxton@ashfords.co.uk. Or apply now, and we will be in touch withyou as soon as possible.

Perks & benefits

Paid Training Professional Development

Skills required

  • Able to communicate with others
  • Work well as part of a team
  • Prepared to take ownership of your work
  • Prioritise tasks effectively
  • Meet deadlines when required

Qualifications required

GCSE Maths & English at grade 4/C as a minimum.

Training you'll get

To support your growth, we offer ongoing training anddevelopment opportunities to help you reach your full potential – so even ifyou don’t feel you match all the requirements of the job role, we’d still loveto hear from you.

Future prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship we'd hope the candidate would apply for a fulltime role with Ashfords.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Duration 18 months (Fixed Term)
Roles available 1
Posted 03 Aug 2026
Interviews 18 Aug 2026
Starts Sep 2026
Apply by 12 Aug 2026

Training provider

Exeter College

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

EX1 3LH

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