Data Entry Clerk

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk for a temporary contract in Neath Port Talbot. The role focuses on maintaining data integrity and supporting data management processes within the council. Candidates should have at least 6 months of relevant experience and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Immediate availability is required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months previous experience in a dedicated data entry or administrative role.
• Available to work immediately or at short notice.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Accurately add and maintain data in council systems or spreadsheets.
• Perform regular data quality checks for completeness and correctness.
• Review existing data for errors, redundancies, or inaccuracies.

Skills

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

4 GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language and a STEM subject

NVQ 2 in Business & Administration or IT-related field

Job description

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Neath Port Talbot to assist with the appointment of a Data Entry Clerk on a 3-weeks contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion.

Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £12.85- £16.62 per hour Summary: Neath Port Talbot Council is seeking a highly diligent and detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk for a temporary assignment within our Admin & Clerical team.

The core of this role is to support the council's data management processes by accurately inputting, updating, and maintaining critical data across various systems and databases.

A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining high levels of data integrity and confidentiality.

This role involves working with both geographic and tabular data, supporting managers and colleagues, and strictly adhering to established procedures. Responsibilities: Accurately add and maintain data in council systems or spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all platforms. Perform regular data quality checks for completeness and correctness, identifying and resolving discrepancies proactively.

Review existing data for errors, redundancies, or inaccuracies, make necessary corrections, and check resulting outputs to validate changes. Adhere strictly to all data protection, confidentiality policies, and organizational best practices.

Essentials: At least 6 months previous experience in a dedicated data entry or administrative role. 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, which must include English Language and a STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics). NVQ 2 in Business & Administration, IT-related field, or equivalent qualification, or equivalent professional experience. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data entry, sorting, filtering, and basic analysis.

Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.

You should have right to work in U.K Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

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