About Company
Tesco is one of the world’s leading retailers, serving millions of customers every week in stores and online. With a rich history spanning over a century, we’ve grown from a market stall to a global business, deeply embedded in communities across the UK. Our success is built on a commitment to providing great value, quality products, and exceptional service. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and has the opportunity to thrive. Joining Tesco means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference to the lives of our customers and communities every day, contributing to a company that’s constantly innovating and looking to the future. We are dedicated to creating a better everyday for everyone, and that starts with our dedicated colleagues.
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Job Description
Are you meticulously organised with a keen eye for detail? Do you possess excellent computer skills and a desire to kickstart your career in an administrative support role within one of the UK’s leading retailers? Tesco is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Entry-level Data Entry Clerk to join our dynamic administrative team in Manchester. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual looking to gain valuable experience within a fast-paced, high-volume environment, playing a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our essential business data.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for inputting, verifying, and maintaining a high volume of diverse data into various internal systems with unparalleled precision and efficiency. Your daily tasks will be varied and critical, involving everything from processing customer information, sales figures, and supplier invoices to updating inventory records, HR data, and managing other administrative documents. This position demands a high degree of concentration, an unwavering commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work both independently on specific tasks and collaboratively as part of a wider administrative support team. You will be trained to navigate our internal databases, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and other critical systems, becoming proficient in the tools essential to our day-to-day operations.
We are looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and eager to contribute significantly to a smooth and efficient workflow across various departments. Beyond mere data input, you will be an integral part of a team that values precision, speed, and continuous improvement in data management practices. This role is not just about typing; it’s about safeguarding the critical information that drives our business decisions, informs our strategy, and supports our commitment to exceptional customer service. You will play a key role in ensuring that all data is up-to-date, consistent, and readily accessible, enabling informed decision-making across the organisation.
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Full comprehensive training will be provided, making this an ideal stepping stone for a long-term, rewarding career within Tesco’s extensive corporate structure. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your professional skills, understand complex business processes, and grow with us. If you are ready to apply your organisational skills, embrace new challenges, and begin a rewarding career journey with a company that values its colleagues and customers alike, we strongly encourage you to apply! Join us and help shape the future of retail data management.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately inputting and updating a high volume of diverse data into various internal databases and systems.
- Verifying data for errors and inconsistencies, diligently correcting and resolving discrepancies where necessary.
- Maintaining strict confidentiality and security of sensitive information, adhering to data protection policies.
- Preparing and sorting documents for data entry, ensuring proper categorisation and indexing.
- Compiling, verifying accuracy, and sorting information from source data to prepare it for computer entry.
- Performing regular data backups to ensure data preservation and integrity.
- Communicating effectively with other departments to resolve data discrepancies and gather missing information.
- Assisting with general administrative tasks as required, including filing, scanning, and organising documents.
Required Skills
- Excellent computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in data handling.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective internal liaison.
- A positive, proactive attitude and a strong willingness to learn new systems and processes.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Preferred Qualifications
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
- Previous experience in a data entry, administrative, or office support role (even if informal or voluntary).
- Familiarity with database software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Touch-typing skills or proven fast and accurate typing speed.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-related bonus scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Exclusive colleague discount card, including 10% off most purchases at Tesco.
- Life assurance and private medical care options.
- Extensive learning and development opportunities to support career growth.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support.
- Cycle to Work scheme and other lifestyle benefits.
How to Apply
If you are excited by this opportunity to kickstart your career with a leading retailer and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply directly via our careers portal. Please click the application link below to submit your CV and a compelling cover letter, outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this Entry-level Data Entry Clerk role. We look forward to reviewing your application!
