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Data Engineer · South Africa

Data Executive

virtuhire·South Africa

remoteEMEA hours

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Our client in the UK is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Data Executive to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their career in data, marketing, or analytics to gain hands-on experience in list building, data hygiene, and reporting.

You'll work closely with the wider team to ensure data is accurate, well-maintained, and used effectively to support business decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

List Building

  • Source, build, and segment data lists to support marketing, sales, or outreach campaigns.
  • Ensure lists are targeted, accurate, and compliant with relevant data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR).
  • Work with internal stakeholders to understand list requirements and criteria.

Data Hygiene

  • Regularly clean, validate, and de-duplicate data across systems.
  • Identify and correct inconsistencies, errors, and outdated records.
  • Support the maintenance of data quality standards and best practices.
  • Help develop and follow processes for keeping databases up to date.

Reporting & Dashboards

  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of reports and dashboards.
  • Support the wider team with ad hoc data requests and analysis.
  • Help ensure data used in reporting is accurate and consistent.
  • Learn to use reporting/BI tools (e.g. Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to visualise data effectively.

General

  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments to understand data needs.
  • Support wider data projects and initiatives as required.

Requirements

Essential

  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (or willingness to learn quickly).
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A proactive, curious mindset with a genuine interest in data.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and juggle multiple tasks.

Desirable

  • Some exposure to data tools (e.g. CRM systems, Excel formulas, Power BI/Tableau).
  • Interest in a career in data, analytics, or marketing operations.
  • Basic understanding of data protection principles (e.g. GDPR).
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