IT Service Desk Technician

This is an exciting opportunity to join our prestigious client who are looking for an IT Service Desk Technician to join their team.

As the Service Desk Technician, you will support all aspects of the IT Service Desk on a day-to-day basis., * To Support all aspects of the IT Service Desk on a day-to-day basis

• First Line Triage for all enquiries providing hands on support where necessary Responsibilities
• Primary ticket handler for the technology department
• Maintaining all hardware assets ensuring compliance with the societies Cyber Essentials Accreditation
• Ensure Asset register is kept up to date and accurate
• Ensure Incidents, Service Requests, problems and Changes are actioned within the agreed SLA
• Stakeholder engagement including communication of updates, changes and outages to the business in a timely manner keeping the operational service as a priority
• Promote and introduce innovative technologies to enhance business efficiency, while also maximizing the value derived from existing technologies in use
• Maintaining an up to date and in-depth knowledge of technology within the industry, horizon scanning and researching finance specific technology and risks.
• Prepared to work out of hours and weekends when required.
• Represent the Technology Department and the Society on working parties and in meetings as required.
• Any other duties that may from time to time may be allocated by the Head of Technology, including supporting colleagues during busy periods, and that are commensurate with the grading of the post including one off project as they arise.
• Ensure that staff and members’ data is secure, accurate and used correctly in line the Society GDPR policy and standards. Adhere to the Society’s Financial Crime Policy, the controls and report any internal or external incidents of actual or suspected fraud, money laundering or financial crime, either in accordance with the internal money laundering process (Suspicious Activities Report) or via the Society’s Whistleblowing Policy. Complete and pass an annual dedicated financial crime and bribery prevention computer-based training test.

Do you have experience in Windows?, * Proven IT Help Desk Experience

• Technical Support background
• Understanding of multiple troubleshooting techniques across a variety of systems
• Experience in the Microsoft suite including but not limited to Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and Microsoft Defender
• The ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously
• Demonstrable communication skills
• Working on own initiative

Desirable:

• Microsoft MCSA or MCSE qualification
• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline
• Financial Sector/Building Society Services experience

Working days and hours are Monday - Friday. 35 hours per week. 9am - 5pm. Salary for this position is £23,500 - £24,000 depending on experience.

Hybrid work is available. Two days a week are required in their Head Office at Festival Park, Stoke on Trent.