Data Administrator

Confidential; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in central Sheffield is seeking a Data Administrator to support a key project through to January 2027. This temporary, full-time role is office-based with 35 hours per week, starting mid-September 2026.

You will input, update and maintain asset-related information across multiple systems, perform high-volume data entry and validation, and use Excel to check records. Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Data Administrator, Data Entry or similar role.
• Strong data processing and information management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Input, update and maintain asset information across multiple systems.
• Complete high-volume data entry and data validation activities.
• Review and analyse asset reports and supporting documentation.
• Utilise Excel to review, check and reconcile data records.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information and data anomalies.
• Produce regular updates and reports regarding project progress and data quality.

Skills

Data entry

Excel

Data validation

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Data Administrator required in Sheffield - Temporary ,Full-Time (35 Hours per Week) Office BasedStart Date: Mid-September 2026 Duration: Until January 2027

A respected and well-established organisation in

central Sheffield is seeking a Data Administrator to support a key business project through to January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator with strong data management skills to join a busy and collaborative team. Working closely with an Asset Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of asset-related information across several business systems.

The role is fully office-based due to the nature of the project and would suit someone who enjoys working with large volumes of data, has exceptional attention to detail and can confidently manage deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately input, update and maintain asset-related information across multiple systems.
• Complete high-volume data entry and data validation activities.
• Review and analyse asset reports and supporting documentation.
• Utilise Excel to review, check and reconcile data records.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information and data anomalies.
• Support the Asset Coordinator with reporting and project administration tasks.
• Liaise with colleagues across the wider business to obtain and verify information.
• Respond to queries relating to missing or incomplete data.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure information is updated in a timely manner.
• Produce regular updates and reports regarding project progress and data quality.
• Work within established processes and procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience in a Data Administrator, Data Entry, Office Administrator or similar administration position.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong data processing and information management skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to identify errors, inconsistencies and missing information.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with internal stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently whilst supporting a wider team.

Working Hours

• 8:00am - 4:00pm /8:30am - 4:30pm

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work for a highly reputable Sheffield organisation.
• Central Sheffield location with excellent transport links.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Valuable project-based experience.
• Potential future opportunities within the organisation, subject to business requirements.

Please note: Applicants must be available to start in mid-September and possess recent, and ideally have experience in administration and data management/data processing roles.