> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/341124-helpdesk-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/341124-helpdesk-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Helpdesk Manager - **Company:** Trinity Managed Services - **Location:** Great Chesterford, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £45,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cyber Security, Remote Access Technology, Server Supported Gaming, Windows Desktop, Firewalls (Computer Science) - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d757a1505070f14c ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in IT support?, * Previous experience managing or supervising an IT helpdesk or service desk. * Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. * Good technical ability, with confidence handling escalations. * Experience working in a busy technical support environment. * Excellent customer service and communication skills. * Ability to manage workload, deadlines, and competing priorities. * Strong attention to detail. * Confident managing people, processes, and customer expectations. * Must be commutable to CB10. Desirable Experience * Experience working for a managed service provider. * Microsoft 365 administration experience. * Windows desktop and server support experience. * Networking, firewall, and remote access knowledge. * Experience using PSA and RMM systems. * Knowledge of service desk reporting and performance management. * Cyber security and compliance awareness., * Highly organised and structured. * Calm and professional under pressure. * Strong leader with a practical management style. * Technically credible. * Customer-focused. * Clear and confident communicator. * Able to hold engineers accountable while supporting their development. * Process-driven and consistent., * IT support: 5 years (required) ## Description * Manage the day-to-day operation of the helpdesk. * Oversee ticket queues, priorities, escalations, and response times. * Ensure engineers are working efficiently and tickets are progressed properly. * Deal with customer escalations in a professional and controlled manner. * Provide technical guidance and support to helpdesk engineers. * Review ticket quality, notes, time entries, and customer communication. * Monitor service performance and identify areas for improvement. * Support team development, training, and performance management. * Ensure processes are followed consistently. * Work with senior management to improve service delivery. * Maintain strong communication with customers and internal teams. * Assist with reporting on helpdesk performance, workload, and service levels. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Fake or News: Translating Dog Barks, Notepad Gets an Upgrade and Michelin-Star Robots - Paul Tregoing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1802-fake-or-news-translating-dog-barks-notepad-gets-an-upgrade-and-michelin-star-robots-paul-tregoing) - [Blazor Unleashed: The Future of .NET Web Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1564-blazor-unleashed-the-future-of-net-web-development) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? Pros and Cons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/327-should-tech-managers-be-developers-first-pros-and-cons) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)