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Your complete guide to the Data Entry Officer Role: Duties, salary & hiring tips
Purpose of the Data Entry Officer
The Data Entry Officer is responsible for accurately entering, updating, and maintaining information in company databases and systems. This role supports operational efficiency and data accuracy across departments.
Data Entry Officer's duties and responsibilities
• Data Entry:
Enter and update large volumes of data with high accuracy and speed.
• Quality Control:
Verify data for errors and inconsistencies and make corrections as required.
• Records Maintenance:
Organise and maintain electronic and paper files in line with data policies.
• Collaboration:
Work with other departments to gather required information.
• Reporting:
Generate simple data reports or summaries when required.
Enter and update large volumes of data with high accuracy and speed.
• Quality Control:
Verify data for errors and inconsistencies and make corrections as required.
• Records Maintenance:
Organise and maintain electronic and paper files in line with data policies.
• Collaboration:
Work with other departments to gather required information.
• Reporting:
Generate simple data reports or summaries when required.
Requirements and qualifications for a Data Entry Officer
• Strong typing speed and attention to detail
• Experience with data entry or administrative systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good time management and task prioritisation
• Previous admin or clerical experience preferred
• Experience with data entry or administrative systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good time management and task prioritisation
• Previous admin or clerical experience preferred
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While customer satisfaction remains the top priority at 70%, there is a notable rise in strategic initiatives such as automating admin processes (50%) and supporting leadership with insights (47%). The demand for transferable skills remains high at 70%, reinforcing the shift toward versatile talent. However, tenure rates indicate a slight increase in short-term employment, with 23% of employees staying less than two years, compared to 18% last year, likely reflecting a challenging job market.
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