Job Description
About Us
The Daily Mail reaches over a billion people globally every month. Renowned for its agenda-setting exclusives, breaking news, incisive commentary, and in-depth investigations, we deliver a unique editorial blend spanning showbiz, royals, lifestyle, health, sport, money, and more.
Our extensive reach, influence, and reader loyalty make us a premium destination for more than 300,000 digital subscribers across the UK, US, Australia, and beyond. The Daily Mail also maintains a powerful presence across social media, engaging more than 150 million followers and delivering more than 6 billion video views each month across platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat
About the Role
Daily Mail is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Data Entry Specialist to support an upcoming project related to the U.S. midterm elections. Reporting to our Executive Editor, Politics, this temporary, fully remote role will primarily focus on data entry and administrative support related to the project.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large volumes of information while maintaining a high level of accuracy. The position is expected to last approximately 1–2 weeks initially, with the possibility of an extension based on project needs.
About What You’ll Do
- Accurately enter and update election-related data across internal databases, spreadsheets, and systems
- Review information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
- Organize and maintain digital records, files, and project documentation
- Assist with data verification, cleanup, and reconciliation
- Identify and correct data entry errors and discrepancies
- Input information from various sources while maintaining established formatting and quality standards
- Conduct basic research and information gathering as needed to support the project
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records throughout the duration of the project
- Communicate any issues, discrepancies, or missing information to the appropriate team members
- Meet established productivity, accuracy, and turnaround-time expectations
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive or time-sensitive information appropriately
- Provide additional administrative and project support as assigned
About You
- Previous data entry, administrative, research, or office experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Comfortable working with spreadsheets, databases, and computer systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Ability to quickly learn new software, systems, and processes
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately with repetitive tasks and large volumes of information
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Dependable, responsive, and able to work independently in a remote environment
- Ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Comfortable working with time-sensitive information in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- Interest in politics, elections, or current events is a plus
- Positive attitude and collaborative approach
- Available to start as early as next week
- Able to commit to 5 days per week, 8 hours per day, for the duration of the project
About What We Offer
- Temporary position expected to last approximately 1–2 weeks initially
- $25–$28 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Fully remote work environment
- Full-time schedule of 5 days per week, 8 hours per day
- Opportunity to gain experience supporting a high-profile political and election-related project
- Opportunity to work directly with the Daily Mail Politics team
About Our Commitment
Daily Mail US is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to fostering diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in alternative formats or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Any such information will be held separately from your application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.
