Desktop Support Specialist

• 4-8 years in IT Desktop Support or Trade Floor Support within Asset Management or Financial Services
• Experience supporting portfolio managers, traders, and research teams
• Exposure to market-sensitive, time-critical environments

Technical Skills:

• Strong Windows desktop and endpoint support expertise
• Multi-monitor and high-performance workstation setup
• Good to have knowledge of market data platforms (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, FactSet etc.)
• Familiarity with OMS/EMS and portfolio management tools (e.g., Aladdin)
• Basic infrastructure knowledge: Active Directory, VPN, Networking, Citrix/VDI

Process & Tools

• ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, Jira or equivalent
• Incident prioritization based on investment business impact
• Knowledge of SLA-driven support in financial environments

Soft Skills:

• Strong stakeholder engagement
• VIP/white-glove support
• Ability to operate in high-pressure, market-driven environments
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Clear and confident communication under pressure
• High level of ownership, attention to detail, and accountability