Service Desk Analyst

Permanent in I.T & Tech
  • Colchester View on Map
  • Salary: £25,000.00 - £35,000.00 / Annually

Jobs

  • Reference V/14040

Job Description

Due to their continued success and growth, our client is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Service Desk Analyst to join their IT department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual to work for an award-winning business, who truly value their employees.

 

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within the department, responsible for supporting the effective delivery of secure, reliable IT services across the business

 

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • End-to-end ownership of Service Desk tickets, from first contact to resolution
  • Provide hands-on support within a Microsoft 365 hybrid environment
  • Act as the first point of contact for IT incidents and service requests via the ITSM system
  • Support Windows, Android, iOS devices, Microsoft 365, business applications, and core systems
  • Troubleshoot across Microsoft 365 services including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and endpoint protection
  • Manage user onboarding, offboarding, and access changes, ensuring secure and timely provisioning
  • Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software in line with internal standards
  • Monitor systems, respond to security alerts, and support MFA, device compliance, and access controls
  • Work closely with the other team members, gaining exposure to infrastructure and networking decisions
  • Contribute to IT projects including upgrades, migrations, security improvements, and hardware refresh programmes
  • Support ISO 27001-aligned processes and collaborate with other teams as appropriate
  • Participate in problem management and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ongoing training and development, including support for IT certifications
  • Work as part of a collaborative IT team where your input is valued and visible

 

Skills & Experience Required:

  • At least 2 years’ experience in a Service Desk or IT support role within a Windows/Microsoft-based environment, including an understand Microsoft 365 administration, endpoint management systems and software packaging (RMM, MDMs)
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability, using a structured approach to problem resolution
  • Clear and confident communicator, comfortable supporting users across all levels of the business
  • Proven ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple competing tasks in a fast-paced setting
  • Customer-focused mindset with strong ownership and accountability for issues raised
  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  • Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above
  • Flexibility to travel between practice locations when required, including at short notice

 

Core Benefits (subject to eligibility):

  • 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holiday with long service recognition and festive shut down
  • Flexible and remote working
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Health cash plan scheme
  • Health & Mental Wellness Programs
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Great office team building events
  • On-site parking