Desktop Support Engineer

X4 Technology; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Onsite in London

Job summary

X4 Technology is seeking an experienced Desktop Support Engineer (1st/2nd Line) for an on-site role in Central London (EC2). The contract is initially 3 months, with an immediate start and 5 days per week in-office support for a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities include providing 1st/2nd line desktop support, diagnosing hardware/software issues, AD/O365 administration, and ITSM ticketing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a 1st/2nd Line Desktop Support role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11.
• Experience supporting Active Directory environments.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with ITSM/ticketing systems.
• Strong hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused approach with ability to support senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1st and 2nd line desktop support to end users across the business.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Support and troubleshoot Windows 10 and Windows 11 environments.
• Administer and support Active Directory user accounts, groups, and permissions.
• Troubleshoot Microsoft 365 (O365) applications and services.
• Manage and resolve incidents and service requests through a ticketing system.
• Perform device setup, deployment, and user onboarding activities.
• Escalate complex issues where required and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Windows 10/11

Active Directory

Microsoft 365 (O365)

ITSM / ticketing systems

Hardware troubleshooting

End-user support

Communication skills

Financial services knowledge

Tools

Ticketing systems

Job description

• Start within the next 2-4 weeks

We are currently seeking an experienced Desktop Support Engineer (1st/2nd Line) to join a leading financial services client based in Central London (EC2) on an initial 3-month contract.

This is a fully onsite position, requiring attendance 5 days per week , supporting end users in a fast-paced and professional financial environment. The successful candidate will be available for an immediate start and will possess excellent communication skills alongside strong technical support experience.

• Provide 1st and 2nd line desktop support to end users across the business.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Support and troubleshoot Windows 10 and Windows 11 environments.
• Administer and support Active Directory user accounts, groups, and permissions.
• Troubleshoot Microsoft 365 (O365) applications and services.
• Manage and resolve incidents and service requests through a ticketing system.
• Perform device setup, deployment, and user onboarding activities.
• Escalate complex issues where required and maintain accurate documentation.

Desktop Support Engineer Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a 1st/2nd Line Desktop Support role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
• Experience supporting Active Directory environments.
• Good understanding of Microsoft 365 (O365) administration and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with ITSM/ticketing systems.
• Strong hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, customer-focused approach with the ability to support senior stakeholders.
• Experience within financial services or a corporate environment is highly desirable.

Desktop Support Engineer Contract Details

• 3-Month Initial Contract + chance and scope to extend or transition to permanent
• £200 per day Outside IR35 or Via Umbrella
• Central London (EC2)
• Fully Onsite - 5 Days Per Week Monday to Friday
• Immediate Start Available

Interview Process

• One-stage interview process taking place this week.
• Quick turnaround with immediate start for the successful candidate.