Service Desk Analyst

Agilisys Ltd; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company is seeking a Service Desk Analyst for a 6-month contract in Rochdale, UK. The role involves providing first-line technical support, managing incidents, and aiming for a 75% resolution rate on initial contact. Ideal candidates will have experience in customer service, good problem-solving skills, and knowledge of IT systems. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to public service delivery.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Exclusive discounts through 'Perks at Work'

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer service environment, preferably within IT.
• Good problem-solving aptitude and skills.
• Ability to diagnose technical faults quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Record all incidents and service requests at the Service Desk.
• Provide technically accurate solutions to users.
• Aim to resolve 75% of incidents at first point of contact.

Skills

Customer service experience

Problem-solving skills

Technical fault diagnosis

Knowledge of Microsoft Windows

Knowledge of hardware installation

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Title: Service Desk Analyst (6 month contract)

Location: Rochdale, UK

Division: Agilisys Managed Services

Reports to: Service Desk Manager

Are you ready to drive digital transformation and innovation within a dynamic organisation focused on delivering exceptional public services? Do you have a passion for helping clients harness the power of technology to solve complex challenges and improve experiences? Do you want to provide a quality technical first-line service to all customers, aiming to satisfactorily resolve 75% of incidents received?

If so, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

Agilisys is at the forefront of digital transformation and innovation in the public services sector. With over two decades of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for governments, local authorities, and organisations nationwide. Our mission is to empower our clients to deliver exceptional public services by harnessing the full potential of technology and data.

Our values

• Partnership: we become one team and family with organisations, helping them to navigate change and stay agile.
• Integrity: our people really care, going beyond the brief to make change happen for organisations and citizens.
• Innovation: we bring together the right technologies and services to design solutions that work.
• Passion: we are passionate about - and dedicated to - public services and improving people’s lives.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Record all incidents, service requests and requests for change (RFCs) that come to the Service Desk via phone or email.

Specific duties

Depending on the project, you will need to be comfortable doing the following:

• Work on the ICT Service Desk, accurately recording all calls offered by either phone or email into the Service Management Tool (SMT).
• Communicate with users by phone, email and via intranet.
• Deliver a high standard of customer care, by taking ownership of incidents.
• Take part in IT service improvement.
• Provide technically accurate solutions to users and customers.
• Aim to resolve 75% of incidents at first point of contact (first time fix), with or without the aid of remote control software.
• Maintain the accuracy of the SMT and related databases by updating new user information, relocations etc.
• Update the Knowledgebase by adding articles and supplying new documentation where appropriate.
• Continuous communication with internal customers to provide updates on incident resolution.
• Liaise directly with external maintenance suppliers.

Opportunity

This role is an excellent platform for experienced professionals to take their career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative environment, where you will be able to make a real difference to the delivery of public services.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a track record in delivering results while embracing change and uncertainty. Excellent stakeholder management experience is essential to being successful in this role.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience of working within a customer service environment, preferably within IT
• Good problem-solving aptitude and skills
• A positive analytical attitude to support process and performance improvement
• Ability to diagnose technical faults quickly and accurately over the telephone, using the remote assistance tools and techniques available
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Windows computer operating systems
• Knowledge of hardware and systems software installation and support
• Knowledge of PC hardware components and peripherals
• Knowledge of standard business applications e.g. current Microsoft Office suites, popular web browsers, Microsoft Exchange email clients

What we can offer you

This role will offer exposure to a mix of challenges within a culture that promotes continuous learning and development.

Benefits include

• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Access to exclusive discounts and offers through the company’s “Perks at Work” scheme
• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy more)

Process

Simply submit your CV. By submitting your CV, you understand that we have a legitimate interest to use your personal data for the purposes of assessing your eligibility for this role. This means that we may use your personal data to contact you to discuss your CV or arrange an interview or transfer your CV to the hiring manager(s) of the role you have applied for. You can ask us at any time to remove your CV from our database by emailing [e-mail] – but please note that this means we will no longer consider you for the role you have applied for. We have a rigorous recruitment process, which we use for all our roles to ensure we attract the very best talent.

Individuals seeking employment at Agilisys must note that we see diversity as something that creates a better workplace and delivers better outcomes. We are keen to maximise the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from all. We encourage diversity through perspective, background, identity, and thought whilst also fostering an environment where everyone can express themselves regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender, colour, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are committed to continuing to nurture an inclusive environment and building a diverse workforce.