Data Entry Officer

Job Title:

Data Entry Officer

Location:

Dorchester
Contract Type:
Temporary (4 weeks)
Salary: £13.26 per hour

Hours:

37 hours per week

About Us

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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 4-week 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

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Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2

Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates