Introduction
Are you looking to launch your career in media production, sales support, and business administration? Local Directory Magazines is seeking an enthusiastic, tech-minded apprentice to join our close-knit office team in Amersham.
About the Employer
Discover our network of 17 hyper-local publications, designed to unite communities across Bucks and Herts. Each edition delivers tailored community news, local events and engaging content directly to residents, fostering a strong sense of community and providing local business advertising to companies across these regions.
What You’ll Do
This is a dynamic, hands-on apprenticeship where you will gain a nationally recognized Level 3 Business Administrator qualification while playing a core role in publishing 17 monthly community magazines and actively supporting our sales pipeline. You will receive full workplace mentoring alongside structured off-the-job training provided by an accredited training provider.
Key Responsibilities & Learning Outcomes:
Sales Support & Lead Generation
- Prospect Research: Identify and research local businesses, trade services, and potential advertisers across our publication areas
- Pipeline Administration: Build, clean, and enrich prospect contact lists inside our in-house CRM to feed qualified leads to the sales team
- Outreach Support: Assist with introductory email campaigns, data gathering, and tracking responses to support ongoing ad sales efforts
Publishing & Software Operations:
Print Production Support:
- Learn to manage and take 17 monthly print titles through production to tight deadlines
- Creative Tools: Utilise Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign) to update, adjust, and prepare publication layouts and client artwork
- Database & CRM: Keep advertiser records, production schedules, and workflow tracking accurate and up-to‑date
Technical Support & Logistics
IT Troubleshooting:
- Act as the first point of contact for internal hardware and software issues, diagnosing day‑to‑day office tech queries
- Warehouse Assistance: Spend a few days each month in our on‑site warehouse assisting with the physical collation, sorting, and distribution logistics for magazines and promotional leaflets
Training Outcome
Business Admin L3.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
Qualifications
- Essential – GCSE – English – 4-9
- Essential – GCSE – Maths – 4-9
Course Information
Course: Business administrator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Business and administration
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday – Friday.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: METAGEDU APPRENTICESHIPS LTD
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