Service Desk Support Analyst

The Service Desk Support Analyst is responsible for providing first-line and second-line technical support to users across the organisation. The role involves troubleshooting hardware, software, network, and Microsoft 365-related issues, ensuring incidents and service requests are resolved efficiently while delivering excellent customer service.

The analyst acts as the first point of contact for IT support, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and contributing to continuous service improvement.

• Log, categorise, prioritise, and manage incidents and service requests through the IT Service Management (ITSM) tool.
• Provide first-line and second-line support for desktop, laptop, mobile, application, and system-related issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Escalate complex incidents to appropriate technical teams where necessary.
• Monitor and manage ticket queues to ensure timely resolution and communication.

• Deliver exceptional customer service through phone, email, chat, and self-service channels.
• Provide regular updates to users regarding incident progress and resolution.
• Act as an advocate for end users, ensuring a positive support experience.

• Support Microsoft 365 services including:
  • Outlook
  • Teams
  • OneDrive
  • SharePoint Online
  • Exchange Online
• Manage user accounts, passwords, permissions, and access requests.
• Support endpoint devices including Windows laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.

• Build, configure, and deploy end-user devices.
• Maintain accurate asset inventory records.
• Coordinate hardware replacements, repairs, and equipment provisioning.

• Create and maintain knowledge base articles and standard operating procedures.
• Document troubleshooting steps and solutions for recurring issues.
• Contribute to continual service improvement initiatives.

• Follow IT security policies and procedures.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Identify and report security risks, vulnerabilities, or suspicious activity.
• Ensure compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements.

• Experience supporting Windows 10/11 operating systems.
• Good understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and support.
• Knowledge of Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (Microsoft Entra ID).
• Experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Freshservice, or Remedy.
• Basic networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN).
• Experience supporting printers, mobile devices, and peripheral equipment.
• Understanding of endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune.

• Understanding of ITIL principles and best practices.
• Experience working within SLA-driven support environments.
• Strong incident, request, and problem management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to support.

Reasonable Adjustments:

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