Typist / Data Entry Officer

business-umbrella; Sharjah; On-site; AED 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa

Health Insurance

Annual Leave

Job summary

business-umbrella is seeking a precise Typist / Data Entry Officer in the UAE to convert paper documents and recordings into accurate digital formats, update databases, and maintain organized archives. The role requires high accuracy, strong typing speed, and attention to detail, with on-site work in the UAE.

You will handle confidential data, perform document preparation, and support administrative teams with routine tasks using Microsoft Office tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of typing/data entry/administration experience.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Accurately type and update records in company systems.
• Convert paper or audio sources into digital formats and organize files.
• Proofread documents for typos and data accuracy before finalizing.
• Organize, index, and archive documents for retrieval and auditing.
• Handle confidential information in line with data privacy policies.
• Provide general administrative support like printing, scanning and file distribution.

Skills

Typing speed

Data entry

Attention to detail

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma

Word processing cert

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Database tools

Job description

Job Title: Typist / Data Entry Officer

Location: UAE (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking an accurate, detail-oriented, and efficient Typist / Data Entry Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for converting paper documents, voice recordings, and raw data into accurate digital formats, updating database records, and maintaining organized document archives.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Entry & Processing: Accurately type, update, and maintain records, reports, forms, and administrative documents in company databases and software systems.
• Document Preparation: Convert handwritten notes, audio recordings, or scanned paper documents into clear, formatted electronic files.
• Quality & Accuracy Check: Proofread completed work to identify and correct typos, grammatical errors, or data inconsistencies before finalizing documents.
• File Management: Organize, index, and digitally archive physical and electronic documents for easy retrieval and auditing.
• Data Confidentiality: Handle sensitive client and business information with absolute confidentiality and in compliance with data privacy policies.
• Administrative Support: Assist administrative teams with routine clerical duties, document printing, scanning, and file distribution.

Requirements

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Typing Speed & Accuracy: High typing speed (minimum 40-50 WPM) with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; certification in word processing or computer applications is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of experience in typing, data entry, or general administration.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and basic database/data management tools.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (fluent reading and typing skills required; proficiency in Arabic is a strong advantage).

Key Traits:

Strong organizational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines, and high focus on accuracy.

What We Offer

• Competitive monthly salary package
• Standard employee benefits as per UAE Labor Law (Visa, Health Insurance, Annual Leave)
• Professional and collaborative working environment