AI & Business Operation Apprentice
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Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and curious AI & Business Operations Apprentice to work across multiple areas of the business while helping Arca identify, develop, and implement AI-driven tools and systems.
This is not a traditional administration apprenticeship. The role is designed for someone who is excited by:
- AI and emerging technology
- Process improvement
- Automation
- Data and operational efficiency
- Learning how a scaling business operates end-to-end
You will gain exposure across:
- Operations
- Commercial & Sales
- Customer Service
- Finance
- Marketing
- Technology & Systems
A key part of the role will focus on helping Arca explore and implement practical AI solutions that improve internal efficiency, reporting, customer experience, and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
AI & Systems Development
- Support the identification of opportunities to introduce AI tools across the business
- Help research, test, and implement AI platforms and automation solutions
- Assist with integrating AI into workflows, reporting, customer communications, and operational processes
- Work with teams to identify repetitive tasks that can be automated or improved
- Help document and improve internal business processes
- Support adoption and training of new tools and systems
Cross-Functional Business Support
- Support operational and commercial teams with day-to-day projects
- Assist with reporting, data analysis, and process tracking
- Contribute to internal improvement initiatives across departments
- Help maintain CRM, operational systems, and internal documentation
- Support leadership with ad hoc projects and business initiatives
Data & Insight
- Assist in analysing business data and identifying trends or inefficiencies
- Support dashboard and reporting improvements
- Help produce presentations, summaries, and business insights
Training
As part of their Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will complete off the job training—dedicated learning that takes place during paid working hours and focuses on developing the skills and knowledge needed for the role. This includes structured activities such as workshops, online learning, shadowing, and practical training, ensuring they gain the full competence required to excel in the position while contributing effectively to the organisation.
What You’ll Gain
- Exposure across all major business functions
- Hands-on experience implementing AI and automation in a real business environment
- Mentorship from senior leadership
- Experience working in a fast-growing life science logistics company
- Development of commercial, operational, and technical skills
- Opportunity to help shape how AI is used within the business
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation practitioner (level 4)
- Training Provider
- MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
- Working Week
- 08:30 - 17:30, Monday to Friday, with one hour for lunch.
- Expected Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Wednesday, 1st July 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 5th October 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- AI skills
- Basic data analysis skills
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 9-4 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 9-4 (Essential)
- Business GCSE, grade 9-4 (Desired)
- IT / Digital GCSE, grade 9-4 (Desired)
- Business A Level, grade A*-C (Desired)
- Business BTEC, grade A*-C (Desired)
- Business / Digital / Other Level 3 qualification, grade A*-C (Essential)