HAYLEY DEXIS are looking for an Office Apprentice to join our team within Strategic Contracts based at our offices in Oldbury.
HAYLEY DEXIS is the largest independent distributor of engineering products and consumables (hydraulics, bearings, fasteners, fluid power, PPE, tools, lubricants etc) in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer, currently employing over 1,300 people who continue to be a cornerstone of our business and are fundamental to providing industry-leading customer service.
About the Office Apprentice opportunity
As an Apprentice in our Strategic Contracts Team, you'll gain hands on experience and insight into the full lifecycle of securing new business from creating winning strategies to creating compelling offers through bids and tenders.
This role is ideal for candidates who have an interest in business, you may have enjoyed business studies at school or picked this area as part of further education.
You will be contributing to bid and tender opportunities for new business, which demands a diverse skill set, strong writing ability, thorough research, creative problem-solving, and a keen eye for detail.
You’ll also have the chance to learn about how to process orders and stock rotations when covering team absence / time off. Other opportunity for this role may involve learning about pricing work and creation of Management Information Reporting.
You’ll have achieved a GCSE grade 4 (or above) or equivalent qualification in Maths and English to be at the right standard for this role.
Successful candidates will undertake a 1-year apprenticeship with HAYLEY DEXIS. Study and coursework hours will be offered within the working day. Candidates also usually have regular meetings and catch ups with the course provider within working hours as well.
So, like something you are interest in? We’d love to hear from you!
Working hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
This is based on-site Monday to Friday.
What we're looking for.
- A keen interest in business / administrative duties
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths to L4 or above
- Able to travel to work and based locally.
- No prior experience required—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Logical thinking skills and keen attention to detail.
- Well presented and enthusiastic about building a career.
Benefits:
- Competitive Apprenticeship Salary of £16,000
- Business Administration Apprenticeship Course to L2 or L3
- From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays) increased with length of service.
- In-house training provided through Hayley Inspire.
- Company pension
- Free Death in Service cover (x2 salary).
- Invitation to healthcare scheme.
- Wellness programmes.
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Excellent opportunities and career prospects available.
The recruitment process
Adverts will close on Sunday 9th November (we may close applications early due to volume of applications so please get your application in swiftly)
Process;
- Initial Screening – Ongoing throughout advertising window.
- Online Testing
- Teams / Video Interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner
- Face to face final stage interview
Interviews will be held at our Oldbury offices
Finally...
We know sometimes you might feel that you don't meet the criteria or have a question you would like to ask - we're here to help so please ask us! You can contact us here; careers@hayley-group.co.uk
We aim to get back to everyone that applies and are super keen to speak to talented people for upcoming positions.
Please inform our careers team if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Click ‘apply’ now to become our Business Admin Apprentice and join the team!
