End User Support Lead
End User Support Lead
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
End User Support Lead
We are looking for a 1st / 2nd line End User Support Lead to support maintain and manage our IT End User devices and systems. Based in our Raunds office you will be leading a team of End User Support Analysts whilst remaining technically hands on. Within this role it is essential you are adaptable and able to work in an everchanging environment and able to make quick clear and rational decisions including the ability to delegate.
The role is more than just fixing problems; its about setting the tone for great support. By leading the team with a focus on consistency and clear communication you will help ensure issues are resolved quickly and users feel supported throughout.
The Raunds office is easily commutable from Northampton Wellingborough Kettering Rushden and Corby. At times you may be required to travel to other sites.
What will I be doing as an End User Support Lead.
- Ensuring the team are able to provide 1st and 2nd Line Support to end use devices and associated equipment in Microsoft and Mac OS iOS & Android based technologies
- Work closely with the service desk and service delivery teams in addition to the 3rd line teams.
- Support to be provided extends from desktops laptops mobile devices to warehousing and transport systems.
- Continuously improve the service delivered to the teams stakeholders
Skills and experience required:
- Experience leading a team within an IT support-based role.
- A good understanding of active directory and Office365
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of basic networking topology DHCP scopes IP addressing DNS etc.
- Experience in technical support of End User devices and associated equipment in Microsoft and Mac OS iOS & Android based technologies.
- Understanding of ITIL methodology is preferred
- Strong self-starting capabilities
- Familiarity with device management consoles (e.g. Intune SCCM MDM tools)
- Comfortable with remote support tools and troubleshooting
- Ability to transfer knowledge via appropriate measures to improve first time fix rates and prevent repeat calls.
- Excellent ticket and people management skills
- Self-motivated approach to researching new technical concepts and emerging technologies
- Safety-first approach to applying changes and fixes on production systems.
You will need to be confident with working within this environment and may need to lift equipment. An ability to communicate effectively and confidently with customers and IS teams is an absolute must.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary and annual company bonus
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Staff Discount
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens joinery and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe making us the first choice for more than 460000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.1bn and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That along with a competitive salary development opportunities and exciting rewards are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
#LI-SW1
Employment Type
Full-Time
