SaaS Support Team Leader

Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm based in Greater London seeks a Global SaaS Support Specialist to ensure the smooth assistance of clients using SaaS solutions. This role involves advanced technical support and problem-solving, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service while collaborating with various teams. Successful candidates will have 4+ years of experience in technical support within SaaS environments and strong communication skills. Join us to shape the future and help clients succeed.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Diverse and inclusive culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a technical support role within a SaaS environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting at multiple levels across systems.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing customer communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction with clear and proactive communication.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to solve client queries.

Skills

Technical support

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SQL

APIs

Ticketing systems

Job description

Overview

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

With the continuing and rapid development of tax technology solutions and in particular Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, it is necessary to enhance our Support Department to continue to achieve success as it grows. EY Tax and Law has created a new “Centre of Excellence” (CoE) to support SaaS solutions throughout their lifecycle. The SaaS CoE currently includes the following Tax and Law solutions: Global VAT Reporting Tool (GVRT), Mandatory Disclosure Regime (MDR) Web, Digital Tax Platform (DTP), Global Tax E invoicing Solution (GTES) and EY GloBE Engine, and it is expected to grow rapidly. In joining the SaaS CoE you will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of this new business unit, becoming deeply embedded in the operational management of the SaaS CoE and ensuring the smooth running of the technology solutions that it supports.

Your key responsibilities

In joining the SaaS CoE Support Team as a Global SaaS Support Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient assistance to our SaaS solutions’ clients. You will provide advanced technical support, troubleshoot complex issues, and work closely with Product and Content teams to resolve user queries. This role requires a deep understanding of both technical systems and customer-facing communication, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service while solving high-impact issues.

Your responsibilities include:

• Technical Support
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution of escalated technical issues related to our SaaS solutions.
  • Work on complex, multi-faceted problems, often involving intricate issues within tax and/or law.
  • Use a variety of tools and logs to investigate and resolve issues quickly, ensuring a fast resolution to the user.
• Act as a point of escalation for Tier 2 support staff, handling critical customer issues that require advanced technical expertise.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and effective resolutions, clear communication, and providing proactive updates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted advisor for our SaaS users.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders
  • Collaborate with Product, Content, Technical and other teams to investigate and resolve clients’ queries.
  • Identify common customer pain points and work with product teams to suggest improvements or new features that address these issues.
  • Act as a bridge between support and engineering teams, ensuring that customer feedback and bug reports are communicated clearly and acted upon.
• Knowledge Sharing
  • Foster a collaborative culture which focuses on knowledge sharing and mutual help and guidance.
  • Document solutions, workarounds, and best practices in internal knowledge bases to help improve team efficiency.
  • Continuously improve and optimize support workflows and processes to enhance team performance.
• Take the lead during critical incidents and outages, managing communication with internal stakeholders and driving resolution.
• Participate in post-incident reviews to identify root causes and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Technical Expertise
  • Strong experience with SaaS platforms, and/or cloud-based technologies.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting at the system, application, and network levels.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on customer experience.
  • Ability to break down complex technical concepts into clear, understandable communication for customers.
• Customer-Focused Mindset
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issues effectively and guide users step by step.
  • Experience in handling customer queries including managing difficult situations with professionalism and empathy.
• Soft Skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical skills and change management skills as well as the ability to independently drive initiatives forward
  • Identifies opportunities to improve processes and strategies
  • Able to manage a range of stakeholders with responsibility covering multiple software applications

Ideally, you’ll also have

• 4+ years of experience in a technical support role, preferably within a SaaS or cloud-based environment.
• Experience with database queries (SQL, NoSQL), APIs, and integration issues.
• Knowledge of web technology and familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure).
• Experience working with ticketing systems and support management tools.
• Experience in a large global organization ideally within the legal and/or tax.
• Familiarity with ITIL or other incident management frameworks.
• Knowledge of GDPR and other security best practices in SaaS environments.
• Prior experience as a senior support engineer or team lead is a plus.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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