We are a well established, leading mailing company who have been delivering high quality, customer focused services since 1985, have an opportunity to join our expanding and busy data and print team. The role is available with immediate effect and is based at our Burgess Hill facilities, approximately 10-15 minutes walk from Burgess Hill train station.
- Job Title: Data & Print Specialist
- Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
- Reporting to: Data & Information Systems Manager
- Position: Full-time
- Salary: £25k - £32.5k per year + bonus (dependent upon skillset & experience)
Overview:
This role predominantly involves working within our data and print team to receive and process mailing data and, where needed, to set-up and combine that data with artwork for our production team to takeover and print/finish.
The role has been designed to support the varied data and print requirements our customers have and to enable us to continue to keep offering the high quality, customer focused services we are known for. Applicants will therefore need to be able to demonstrate an ability to meet the below requirements as well as having a good general understanding of computer systems given the range of specialist software we utilise.
This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, communication skills and ability to work under pressure will be required. There will be opportunities for personal and professional development for candidates who are self driven and with the right attitude and aptitude to learn.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities as Data & Print Specialist:
- To securely receive data and artwork from customers and to prepare and schedule jobs for data processing in-line with existing processes and expectations
- To manipulate, process and sort address data for mail merging, print and fulfilment purposes
- To carry out any data cleaning tasks, provide reporting and work with our client services team to provide information back to clients
- To set-up data and artwork for printing by our production team and to liaise internally to ensure expectations are met
- To utilise a range of both general and specialist applications including both data processing and print management software (training will be provided)
- To regularly perform quality checks and ensure the integrity of any work undertaken is in line with that required by the company
- To monitor the team mailbox alongside the other team members and to respond to internal email enquiries in a timely manner
- To participate in meetings and update team colleagues when required to ensure an effective and efficient working environment
- To work with third-party suppliers when required
- To adhere to customer guidelines and any specific job instructions that may be required including adhering to any data protection/processing agreement(s) that may be in place
We are looking for someone who is/has :
- A good knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Excel and related formula's, pivot tables, and mail merging. Macro writing and VBA skills are not required but may be advantageous
- Knowledge, or previous experience, of using mailing or print software is not required but would be beneficial
- Proactive and practically oriented
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- A calm and professional approach when dealing with all client situations
- Self-motivated, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team
- Keep up to date with technical and industry sector developments
Education and Background
No specific educational background is required. Full or further training will be provided and we are looking for the right candidate who wants to grow with the company. However, any applicant should ensure that they meet the requirements as laid out above and that as part of the recruitment process they can demonstrate their capability and suitability for the role.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position and have the skills required please attach an up to date copy of your CV to the link provided and we will be in direct contact.