First Line Support Engineer

Quintessentially group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Long Service Awards

Life Assurance

Puppy friendly offices

Free food & drink in the office

Season Ticket Loans

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts with retail & hospitality

Job summary

Quintessentially is seeking an experienced on-site IT support specialist to provide 1st/2nd line assistance across UK sites. You will troubleshoot Windows devices, Chromebooks, printers, and AV/classroom technology, while logging tickets and supporting staff and students face-to-face.

The role includes on-site duties, asset management, and collaboration with third-party vendors. Contractual hours are 09:00–17:30, with on-call requirements for emergencies; 3+ years’ experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of on-site IT support experience.
• Solid knowledge of Windows 11 and Microsoft 365.
• Familiarity with Hyper-V and basic networking concepts.
• Calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting and strong communication.
• Willingness to be on call outside normal hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve IT support tickets across sites.
• Provide 1st and 2nd line support on-site and in classrooms.
• Log tickets, perform diagnostic testing, and coordinate with service desk.
• Configure PCs and manage assets; assist with AV equipment and peripherals.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve escalated issues and audit sites.

Skills

On-site IT support

Windows 11

Microsoft 365

Hyper-V

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Autotask

Datto

Job description

For the world’s most discerning individuals, brands and corporates, Quintessentially is the ultimate destination for comprehensive lifestyle management and brand experiences. It’s the pinnacle of personalisation and the epitome of exclusivity.

Combining an unwavering commitment to redefining excellence with a clientele that demands nothing short of perfection, Quintessentially elevates every aspect of its clients’ lives to unparalleled heights through meticulous attention to detail.

As the world’s leading luxury lifestyle management group, Quintessentially has not only paved the way in this space but continues to shape a new standard for luxury concierge services.

JOB SUMMARY

To provide 1st Line helpdesk support to the UK user-base, and to assist regional IT staff located in international sites.

What you’ll do

Your days will be diverse and hands-on, including:

• Delivering 1st and 2nd line technical support on-site across multiple locations
• Troubleshooting Windows devices, Chromebooks, printers, and AV/classroom technology
• Providing clear, friendly support to staff and students face-to-face
• Logging and managing support tickets in coordination with the wider service desk team
• Working with suppliers and third parties to resolve escalated issues
• Carrying out site audits and identifying opportunities for improvement

No two days will look the same – and that’s what keeps it interesting.

KEY DUTIES

• Respond to and resolve IT support tickets
• Basic diagnostic testing
• Answering calls and logging tickets
• PC configuration
• Asset management
• Hardware and Software Auditing

HOURS OF WORK

Contractual hours are from 0900 to 1730 Monday to Friday.

However, it may be the case that in order to fulfil the duties of the role, different or additional hours may be necessary.

Requirement to be on call outside working hours in case of service-related emergency.

REQUIREMENTS

What we’re looking for

We’re after someone who’s confident, adaptable, and enjoys working directly with end users. You’ll need to have:

• Solid experience in on-site IT support (around 3+ years)
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft technologies – Windows 11, Microsoft 365, etc.
• Familiarity with virtualisation platforms such as Hyper-V
• A calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Nice to have

You don’t need all of these, but they’ll help you get up to speed faster:

• Previous experience providing IT support within schools or other education settings
• Understanding of Group Policy and mobile device management (MDM)
• Knowledge of backup systems, Azure services, and virtualisation
• Networking experience – VLANs, Wi‑Fi, switches, firewalls
• Familiarity with tools such as Autotask, Datto, or equivalent platforms
• A genuine curiosity for new tech and emerging IT solutions

BENEFITS

• Competitive annual leave allowance with a further increase due to long service
• Birthday Allowance – take your birthday off on us!
• Pension Scheme
• Angel Days: Additional paid leave to do charity work
• Long Service Awards
• Life Assurance
• Digital nomad
• Employee Assistance Program
• Puppy friendly offices
• Qmunity committee – Social events in the office
• Free food & drink in the office
• Season Ticket Loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts with a variety of retail and hospitality companies

Quintessentially is an equal opportunities employer. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people and aspire to deliver inclusive working experiences. Applications are encouraged from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

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