IT Service Desk Manager

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Salaryupto £55,000
Hours37.50 hours
Contract TypePermanent
LocationAxis Business Park, Portal Way, Gillmoss, Liverpool
Closing Date2024-07-08

About the Role

Job Overview

  • Accountable for managing all IT tickets across the organisation.
  • Collaborate with the wider IT team to ensure end-to-end resolution of all tickets.
  • Establish best practices for smooth resolution of customer issues.
  • Ensure appropriate escalation and communication of priority tickets.
  • Create and report on KPIs to measure the success of IT service.
  • Foster a continuous improvement environment focused on service excellence.
  • Manage IT onboarding for all associates, including the supply and orientation of required equipment.
  • Oversee the execution of corporate data backups.
  • Provide onsite and remote assistance to associates across the business.
  • Develop and maintain standards and operating procedures for the helpdesk function.
  • Ensure appropriate prioritisation of tasks.
  • Proactively monitor core systems and take pre-emptive action to mitigate issues.

Package Description

  • Up to £55,000 per annum
  • Based at our Liverpool Head Office working Monday – Friday with occasional weekend and out of hours working.
  • 28 days paid holiday per annum, rising to 33 days upon 5 years’ service (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Contributable Company pension scheme

Employee benefits:

  • MyHB employee benefits platform with access to:
    • Retail and leisure discounts plus hundreds more
    • Free Financial Advice
    • Bank your savings into an ISA
    • 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line
    • Low cost voluntary insured health plans
  • Onsite heavily subsidised Health and Fitness Centre
  • Onsite canteen
  • 10% store discount
  • Access to social and sporting events
  • Free car parking
  • Death in Service Benefit (subject to 12 months complete service)
  • Long Service recognition scheme

Minimum Criteria to Apply

  • Proven experience in managing an IT Service Desk function in a fast-paced environment.
  • A customer-first approach to service.
  • Strong skills in managing performance and developing talent.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude.
  • ITIL certification preferred.
  • Excellent collaboration and influencing skill