Apprentice Sales Support

Wage: £19,747 a year
Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 (1-hour for lunch)
Start date: Monday 11 May 2026
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 2

Summary

Anglo Scottish Finance is hiring Sales Support Assistants for their growing team. You’ll manage paperwork and keep deals moving in a fast-paced sales environment. Earn a Level 3 Business Admin qualification while you work. If you're proactive and eager to learn, apply now to build a career in a market-leading finance firm.

Wage £19,747 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) The starting salary for this role is based on the National Minimum Wage for your age group, ranging from £19,747 to £23,132.20 per annum Training course Business administrator (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 (1-hour for lunch) 35 hours a week Start date Monday 11 May 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 2

What you'll do at work

Ensures all customer documentation is accurate and processed as necessary Carry out other duties, which may or may not be related to the job, as reasonably requested by management Liaise with funders/sales  Stay up to date with a basic understanding of funder requirements and where they fit in the market Provides support to internal and external salespeople and introducers in the sales process from proposal to the deal being paid out Continually seek and act upon opportunities for personal and team development

Where you'll work

12-14 LUMLEY COURTDRUM INDUSTRIAL ESTATECHESTER LE STREETDH2 1AN

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Course contents Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

Training takes place onsite at Anglo Scottish Finance. You will have a dedicated session with a tutor once a month, though you may be expected to complete additional coursework and projects independently between these visits to stay on track with your Level 3 qualification.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4-9 or equivalent)Maths (grade 4-9 or equivalent)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

IT (grade 4-9 or equivalent)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsTeam workingProfessional telephone manner

About this employer

Anglo Scottish Finance is a leading UK finance broker and funder, specialising in asset, vehicle, and commercial finance. Established in 2007, they pride themselves on delivering bespoke financing solutions for everything from business equipment and commercial fleets to prestige cars. Based in their Chester-le-Street office, they are a fast-growing, award-winning team committed to helping SMEs and individuals achieve their goals through expert advice and market-leading service.

After this apprenticeship

At Anglo-Scottish finance careers can progress in the following areas throughout the business Asset finance Commercial finance Vehicle financing Compliance Human resources Marketing IT Leadership