Business Support Apprentice/Placement
Posted 1 day ago by Clarke
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Ballymena, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Business Support Apprentice/Placement role at Clarke offers an opportunity for individuals aged 16 and above to gain hands-on experience in various business support functions, including finance and operations. The position is part of the company's Growth Academy, which combines on-the-job learning with structured academic programs. Candidates will benefit from flexible working hours and a supportive company culture that emphasizes training and career development. Clarke is committed to diversity and inclusion, making it an attractive workplace for aspiring professionals in the construction industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Gain experience in various business support functions such as finance, systems, and operations.
- Participate in on-the-job learning and structured academic programs through the Growth Academy.
- Engage with team members and contribute to company culture and community initiatives.
- Utilize IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.
Key Skills:
- High levels of IT skills, especially in Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Willingness to learn and a positive attitude towards success.
- Enrolled in a relevant degree or apprenticeship course.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Ballymena
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Other
Job Description
Location: Clarke, 132A Raceview Road
Clarke are a growing construction business based in Ballymena with a portfolio of work that reaches all over the UK and Ireland. Our people are our priority, they make us stand out, we are extremely proud of them and what we have achieved. We are currently looking for a Business Support Apprentice/Placement to join our team, this position will gain experience throughout a number of our Business Support functions, such as finance, systems, operations etc.
Who are we looking for?
- 16+ years old
- Willingness to learn with an attitude to succeed!
Join our Growth Academy to avail of remarkable opportunities at Clarke and kick-start your career in construction! You will experience first-hand invaluable on-the-job learning combined with structured academic programs. If you are interested in applying for an Apprenticeship/Placement on our Growth Academy we would love to hear from you!
About The Role
Remuneration
- Attractive level of remuneration depending on expertise and experience
- Flexible working hours
- State of the art offices
- Health cash plan
- Pension
- Discounted gym membership
- Excellent opportunities for training and career development
Visit our website to understand our business, our people and culture, and if you’d like to apply for a position within our Growth Academy please upload your CV to us. We are an equal opportunities employer, and led by our values. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of our business.
Skills Needed
- Financial
- People
About The Company
Our Business
Engaging at the earliest stage of a project, we act as a central hub for clients offering the complete end-to-end facade service from preconstruction to project handover. By overseeing the process from start to finish, we guarantee safety, innovation and take sole responsibility in delivering remarkable buildings. Established in 1996, Clarke will be celebrating 30 years in business this year. Employing 150 plus direct employees across pre-construction, design, structural engineering, fabrication, operations and management with 180 installers, Clarke is driven by the passion of its people. We pride ourselves in providing our staff with a state of the art facility to house our fabrication and office teams under one roof. Our invigorated fabrication facility is fully operational with advanced offsite machinery and equipment.
Company Culture
Life at Clarke
Our team are sociable and responsive, we value the chance to help our community both with action and fundraising. We pride ourselves in our yearly Charity Partnership, were we partner with a charity each year that is selected by our employees. Over the past few years, we have raised incredible life-changing amounts for our chosen charities through a number of fundraisers, organised by our fantastic team! In 2024, we raised £23,374.97 for MacMillan Cancer Support and in 2025 we raised £24,175.72 for Northern Ireland's Children's Hospice. This is a vital part of our culture, fuelled by a remarkable team of employees who enjoy a challenge, from sponsored walks to marathons, Super Car events, Sportive cycles, volunteering in the community, raffles to quizzes and coffee mornings. Our people also love to do all things social. We have a dedicated team who organise group events and get-togethers to boost company morale and bring the Clarke culture into day-to-day activities. From running and walking groups to breakfast baps, dodge ball tournaments and team building activities to Christmas parties and festivities. We’ve a great team and one you’ll want to be part of!
Required Criteria
- Enrolled on a relevant degree or apprenticeship course
- High levels of IT skills, especially in Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Desired Criteria
Closing Date Friday 6th February, 2026
Contract Type fulltime
Salary Based on Experience