Data Administrator

Confidential; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect 2 Dorset is seeking a Data Entry Officer for a 3-month temporary assignment in Dorchester, with hybrid working. You will input data from pre-prepared spreadsheets into the council's core system, ensuring all mandatory fields are completed, including backdating information where required.

This task-focused role requires high accuracy, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently to deadlines, while maintaining confidentiality and following data protection standards.

Qualifications

• Previous data entry or administrative experience.
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and computerised systems.
• Ability to follow clear processes and instructions.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload.
• Reliable, focused, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Input data from pre-prepared source spreadsheets into the council's core system.
• Complete all mandatory fields accurately, including backdating required information.
• Carry out basic checks to ensure data accuracy.
• Meet agreed productivity targets and deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle data in line with data protection standards.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent working

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Core system

Job description

Job Title: Data Entry Officer
Location: Dorchester (Hybrid)
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Salary: 13.70 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per wee

About Us

Connect 2 Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, supplying high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions across various departments. We are proud to be an ethical, trustworthy, and caring organisation.

About the Role

We are seeking a Data Entry Officer for a 3 month temporary assignment based in Dorchester.

This role is focused on high-volume data entry. You will be working from pre-prepared spreadsheets and accurately inputting information into a core system, ensuring all mandatory fields are completed, including backdating key data where required.

This is a task-focused role that requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently to deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Input data from pre-prepared source spreadsheets into the council's core system
• Complete all mandatory fields accurately, including backdating required information
• Carry out basic checks to ensure data accuracy
• Meet agreed productivity targets and deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality and handle data in line with data protection standards

Skills and Experience

• Previous data entry or administrative experience
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and computerised systems
• Ability to follow clear processes and instructions
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload
• Reliable, focused, and able to work independently

Connect 2 Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect 2 Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.