Data Administrator CPI

Verian Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CPI Data Administrator to collect price data across various retail locations in the UK. This part-time role offers flexible hours, ideal for those seeking supplemental income while managing other commitments. You'll receive fully-paid training and have the opportunity to earn while visiting shops. With a focus on teamwork and effective data collection, this position is perfect for organized individuals who enjoy shopping and engaging with the community. Join a vital effort in monitoring inflation and contribute to the economic landscape of the country.

Benefits

Fully-paid induction training

12.07% holiday pay

Pension scheme

Assistance Program

Regional events

Insurance cover

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 with a valid UK driving license.
• Ability to use a car for data collection.

Responsibilities

• Collect prices of 800-1500 items monthly from various retail locations.
• Conduct data collection on two set days each month.

Skills

Handheld device usage

Data collection prioritization

Teamwork

Job description

About The Role

CPI Data Administrator / Collector – 2 Days per month

A CPI data administrator / collector is responsible for collecting the prices of specific items on a monthly basis in a selection of retail premises across a dedicated town or city. This important work impacts every industry in the country and is conducted on two set days each month—always a Monday and Tuesday—with a potential for a short collection on a Friday in some areas.

CPI Collectors work approximately 12-15 hours over these two days per month. It may take longer initially while you are learning store layouts.

If you are over 18, have a vehicle and a valid UK driving licence, and want to earn money while visiting shops, then this role is suitable for you!

From April 2024: £13.44 per hour (£12.00 per hour + £1.44 holiday pay) outside London, plus travel expenses.

We will provide comprehensive fully-paid training to help you succeed in this role.

Job Opportunity

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is responsible for producing the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), the UK's most-used measure of inflation, which affects benefits, pensions, etc. Collectors from Verian gather prices of goods and services from a wide range of items in over 200 towns and cities across the UK. The ONS compares these prices over time to monitor inflation.

This part-time role is ideal for individuals seeking customer service, sales, or administrative work—especially those with existing commitments, childcare, or caring responsibilities looking to supplement their income.

You will visit the same locations each month to collect data on 800-1500 items from 15-20 locations, including:

• Supermarkets & convenience stores
• Restaurants & Bars
• Discount retailers
• Clothing shops
• Home stores (DIY shops, Carpet shops, Sofa shops)
• Cinemas
• Mechanics' garages
• Tobacconists

If you are interested, please apply below. You will be invited to a Microsoft Teams interview within a few days.

Essential Skills

• Use of a car is mandatory
• No experience necessary; full training provided
• Must complete DBS, identity, employment, and right-to-work checks successfully
• Ability to use a handheld device to record prices in real-time
• Applicants must be over 18
• Ability to prioritize data collection over other commitments
• Teamwork across geographic regions

Desirable Skills

• Team player
• Organized and experienced shopper

Benefits

• Fully-paid induction training
• 12.07% holiday pay on hours worked (equivalent to 20 days vacation if working full-time)
• Pension scheme
• Assistance Program
• Regional events, e.g., roadshows & coffee mornings
• Insurance cover