Software Support Specialist
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Job description
We are looking for a Software Support Specialist to join our Support Team, with a strong focus on client communication and SQL-based issue investigation.
You will be a key point of contact for iCompli clients, helping them raise issues, understand progress, follow agreed next steps and get the best from the system. You will also use SQL, support tools, logs and internal knowledge to investigate issues, validate data, identify patterns and provide clear information to colleagues when escalation is needed. Alongside day-to-day support, you will assist with client delivery and implementation tasks where your communication, organisation, product knowledge and SQL ability can help clients adopt iCompli successfully.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Client Communication
Act as a friendly, professional and reliable point of contact for iCompli client support queries, keeping clients informed by email, phone and remote support sessions.
- Support Ticket Management
Log, manage and update support tickets so clients and internal teams understand the current position, next steps and ownership.
- Issue Triage
Ask clear questions to understand client issues, requirements and priorities, then triage requests appropriately.
- SQL Investigation
Use SQL to investigate client queries, validate data, identify possible causes and support issue diagnosis.
- Technical Diagnosis
Review relevant logs, configuration and system behaviour to help diagnose support issues and document findings clearly.
- Internal Coordination
Coordinate with technical colleagues to investigate and resolve software issues, escalating urgent, sensitive or complex matters appropriately.
- Client Follow-up
Explain known issues, workarounds, next steps and resolutions in plain English, then follow up to confirm outcomes and close queries properly.
- Implementation Support
Support new client implementations by assisting with communication, task tracking, data checks, testing and handover activities.
- Knowledge Management
Help prepare client-facing support notes, knowledge base articles and simple guidance materials.
- Continuous Improvement
Identify recurring client questions, data issues or system patterns and highlight product, training or process improvements to the wider team.
Requirements
At least 2-3 years' experience in a client-facing software support, application support, SaaS support, technical support, help desk, implementation support or similar role.
Practical SQL experience is critical, ideally using Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio, together with strong written and verbal client communication skills., We are looking for candidates who combine strong client communication with practical technical investigation. You do not need to be a software developer, but you must be comfortable working with databases, writing and interpreting SQL queries, documenting findings and explaining technical information clearly.
Successful candidates will be a positive fit for our existing team. You will meet us as part of the interview process, and we encourage you to be open about your experience, strengths, personality and interests., * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence speaking with clients by phone, email and remote support sessions.
- Practical SQL experience, ideally using Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio.
- Ability to write, read and adapt SQL queries to investigate support issues, validate data and identify possible causes.
- Strong organisation and follow-through, including the ability to log, manage and update support tickets clearly.
- Ability to translate technical information into clear, client-friendly language.
- Confidence working with databases, data structures and business software.
- Ability to prioritise support requests and manage changing demands calmly and professionally.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn how iCompli works in detail, including relevant configuration, logs and support tools.
Desirable But Not Essential:
- Experience supporting B2B software, SaaS platforms or business applications.
- Experience working with professional services, legal, compliance or regulated-sector clients.
- Familiarity with application logs, configuration, APIs or web application troubleshooting.
- Awareness of ASP.NET, C#, JavaScript or similar web technologies; experience assisting with implementation or onboarding projects is also helpful.
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- Flexitime
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Casual dress
- Work from home
- Transport links