Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Collection Assistant to build and maintain accurate internal real estate databases. You will research, verify, and organize data on industry contacts, agents, and properties using online research, manual collection, and approved scraping tools.
Schedule: Remote Part-Time | Monday-Friday; flexible hours during UK business hours.
Responsibilities:
- Research and collect data from publicly available websites, property portals, company directories and other approved sources.
- Use web-scraping tools and automated data-collection methods to gather structured information efficiently.
- Build, update and maintain company databases and contact lists.
- Collect information relating to real estate companies, agents, developers, property listings and market activity.
- Clean, standardise and organise large volumes of data.
- Identify and remove duplicate, incomplete or inaccurate records.
- Verify names, job titles, contact details, company information and other relevant data.
- Import and export data between spreadsheets, databases, CRM systems and internal platforms.
- Monitor data quality and carry out regular database audits.
- Create clear reports outlining data collected, sources used, progress and any issues identified.
- Work with regional teams to understand their data requirements and priorities.
- Support targeted recruitment, marketing, business development and market research projects.
- Ensure all data is collected and processed in line with company policies, data protection requirements, website terms and applicable regulations.
- Maintain clear records of data sources, collection dates and verification activity.
- Recommend improvements to data-collection processes, automation and database structure.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in data collection, online research, database management or a similar role.
- Practical experience using web-scraping tools, scripts or automated data-extraction software.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including data cleaning, filtering, formulas and large datasets.
- Experience working with CRM systems, databases or data-management platforms.
- Ability to review and verify information from multiple online sources.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to identify inconsistencies, duplicate records and missing information.
- Good understanding of data protection, privacy and responsible data-collection practices.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage recurring tasks and work independently with limited supervision.
- Clear written communication and reporting skills.
- Experience within real estate, property, recruitment, marketing or business development would be advantageous.
- Desirable Technical Experience: Proficient with web scraping tools (Python, BeautifulSoup, Selenium, Octoparse, ParseHub), web structures (HTML, APIs), and process automation.
- Desirable Technical Experience: Hands-on experience with real estate databases, property portals, and data validation/enrichment tools.
Independent Contractor Perks:
- Immediate Hiring
- Permanent Work from Home.
Note:
- Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.
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Job Category
Data Analysis and Research
Job Type
Part Time (20 - 34 Hours per week)
Work Schedule and Timezone
UK Time
Published on
Jul 31 2026
“BruntWork made the entire recruitment process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. They matched me with a client that genuinely fits my skills and values — and the support didn’t stop at placement... A reliable, professional partner I’d recommend without hesitation.”
— Zyrrah D, Bookkeeper
Data Collection Assistant
Job Category
Data Analysis and Research
Job Type
Part Time (20 - 34 Hours per week)
Work Schedule and Timezone
UK Time
Published on
Jul 31 2026
“BruntWork made the entire recruitment process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. They matched me with a client that genuinely fits my skills and values — and the support didn’t stop at placement... A reliable, professional partner I’d recommend without hesitation.”
— Zyrrah D, Bookkeeper