Helpdesk Support Specialist

Helpdesk Support Specialist

Posted 1 day ago by TEKsystems

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Edinburgh, UK

Summary: The Helpdesk Support Specialist role is a fully remote position focused on providing exceptional customer service and technical support to internal staff. This 6-month contract offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, utilizing problem-solving skills and a customer-first mindset. The position involves managing user queries and improving internal workflows using tools like Slack and Jira. Candidates should be comfortable with Mac or Linux operating systems and have a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Delivering exceptional customer service to internal users
  • Managing and resolving staff queries efficiently
  • Responding to and owning user request management
  • Supporting operations and improving internal workflows
  • Using Slack and Jira to manage and track support tickets

Key Skills:

  • Comfortable with Mac or Linux operating systems
  • Experience in environments using MacBooks and Apple ecosystems is highly beneficial
  • Ability to troubleshoot OS-specific issues and guide users through solutions
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving
  • A knack for identifying and advising on process improvements
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Experience in helpdesk or IT support roles is a plus

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Remote Helpdesk Support Specialist (6-Month Contract, Likely Extension)

Competitive Pay | Contract| Remote

Our client is on the lookout for a proactive and tech-savvy Helpdesk Support

Specialist to join our fully remote team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your problem-solving skills and customer-first mindset will shine.

Contract: Initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension

Pay: Competitive, based on experience

Location: Fully remote (UK-based)

Your Role

You'll be the first point of contact for internal staff queries, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations by:

  • Delivering exceptional customer service to internal users
  • Managing and resolving staff queries efficiently
  • Responding to and owning user request management
  • Supporting operations and improving internal workflows
  • Using Slack and Jira to manage and track support tickets

Your Technical Toolkit

  • Comfortable with Mac or Linux operating systems
  • Experience in environments using MacBooks and Apple eco systems is highly beneficial
  • Ability to troubleshoot OS-specific issues and guide users through solutions

What You'll Bring

  • A proactive approach to problem-solving
  • A knack for identifying and advising on process improvements
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Experience in helpdesk or IT support roles is a plus

Tools We Use

  • Slack for internal communication and ticket raising
  • Jira for tracking and managing support requests

If you're passionate about helping people, love solving problems, and thrive in a remote first culture we would love to hear from you.

Location

Edinburgh, UK

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