> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3082564-data-verifier](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3082564-data-verifier). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Verifier - **Company:** Eden Brown - **Location:** Stoke Gifford, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £35,610.0 - £45,885.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheets - **Published:** September 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/data-verifier/57394286 ## About the Role You will be able to work to tight timescales and to quickly pick up on the funding rules and regulations used to complete the HESES survey. You will also be able to work semi-autonomously, using your own judgement to determine when issues should be explored further with more experienced permanent members of staff. You should have good communications skills (mainly email) which will allow you to connect with internal and external stakeholders. No prior knowledge of funding or higher education is required; we will provide full training on the process and skills required. You should be comfortable with spreadsheets and looking at numerical data, but you will not be required to do detailed statistical calculations. What we are looking for is someone that can take a narrative explanation from a higher education provider, relate that to the data supplied and evaluate if they match up. Full training and guidance is provided and data verifiers are expected to work independently, referring to colleagues where appropriate. The work involves following established processes (though the verifiers will also need to exercise their own judgement, working to often tight deadlines, and communicating effectively internally and externally. People appointed to the role will develop funding expertise., * Interpreting and manipulating numerical data accurately. * Using Excel to a good level and good use of Word. * Experience of Microsoft Teams in a document management capacity * Managing own workload and prioritising work to meet deadlines * Working independently * Following processes and meeting deadlines accurately * Ability to maintain attention to detail for work that is sometimes repetitive. Knowledge & learning: * Confident numerical skills: the ability to use and interpret numerical data accurately * Ability to quickly develop knowledge of the organisation's role and funding methods and to consult guidance documents as necessary to supplement this knowledge. * On-going commitment to learning and developing new knowledge and skills * Ability to understand information and develop judgements, sometimes working with uncertainty Planning: * Able to manage own workload, resolve competing demands and adopt new procedures quickly * Able to manage discrete areas of work and work independently * Able to follow set processes and instructions reliably and accurately * Able to work calmly and ask for help when needed ## Related Videos - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [The Future of Recruiting: Innovations and Challenges in the European IT Sector](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1056-the-future-of-recruiting-innovations-and-challenges-in-the-european-it-sector) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk)