Help Desk IT Support Technician II (Hybrid, London)

OpenTable; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant technology firm is seeking an experienced Help Desk Tier II to join their Global IT Help Desk team. This role will serve as the escalation point for complex technical problems related to hardware and software. The ideal candidate should be adaptable, have a broad technical skill set, and deliver exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include providing technical support, leading IT projects, and scripting. This position offers flexibility and impactful work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year

Company-paid therapy sessions

Generous paid vacation

Paid parental leave

5 weeks paid vacation

Private health & dental insurance

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to devise solutions in a complex environment.
• Comfortable writing knowledge-base documentation and working with internal tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support through chat, email, and remote support.
• Lead internal IT projects and identify service automation opportunities.
• Test and configure end-user hardware and software.

Skills

PC and Mac hardware / software support

Computer system security & compliance policies

Experience supporting GSuite & Office 365

Experience with workflow tools (Zapier, Workato)

In-depth knowledge of identity access management (Okta)

Scripting experience (Bash, PowerShell, Python)

Network troubleshooting experience

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative attitude – team player

Job description

With millions of diners 60000 restaurant partners and 25 years of experience OpenTable part of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ : BKNG) is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world‑class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most their team their guests and their bottom line while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion.

Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others and it defines our culture.

Are you an IT enthusiast who loves new technologies and gadgets? Do you genuinely enjoy resolving technical problems and helping your co‑workers to grow their technical skills?

OpenTable is currently seeking a Help Desk Tier II for our Global IT Help Desk team called TechTable. This person will serve as the escalation point for the TechTable team and resolve complex technical problems related to hardware, software and access. They’ll also lead IT projects and become a subject matter expert on internal tools and systems.

Our ideal candidate is a self‑motivated individual with a broad technical skill set and a passion for delivering world‑class customer service. This candidate should be very adaptable and ready to work in a fast‑paced global enterprise environment. Things move quickly so you’ll be expected to instinctively handle competing priorities but still be accountable to deadlines and focused on getting the job done.

Additionally this candidate should possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to devise solutions to technical or process‑related issues in a complex environment. You should be comfortable writing knowledge‑base documentation, scripting and working with Windows servers and cloud / SaaS systems. You should also enjoy working closely with other teams in Security Infrastructure and Network Operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of technical support to end users through chat, email and remote support
• Lead internal IT projects
• Identify service automation opportunities
• Systems administration (Okta, Azure / Intune, Jamf and others)
• Support corporate office systems and teams
• Manage and support Telcomm / Video Conference services
• Test and configure end‑user hardware and software
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding
• Create, curate and revise knowledge‑base documentation & company‑wide technical communications
• Manage your ticket queue with SLAs in mind

Knowledge / Skills Required

• PC and Mac hardware / software support
• Computer system security & compliance policies
• ITSM and Service Desk management concepts
• Experience supporting GSuite & Office 365
• Experience with workflow tools such as Zapier, Workato or similar for integration and automation
• In‑depth knowledge of identity access management (Okta)
• Scripting experience (Bash, PowerShell, Python etc.)
• Audio / visual hardware and software support
• iOS and Android mobile device support
• Network troubleshooting experience
• Computer security and threat protection concepts
• Basic project management concepts
• Collaborative attitude – team player
• Patient, positive and supportive attitude
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits and Perks

• Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year
• Focus on mental health and well‑being
• Company‑paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth
• Company‑paid subscription to Headspace
• Annual company‑wide week off a year – the whole team fully recharges (and returns without a pile‑up of work!)
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid vacation time off for your birthday
• Paid volunteer time
• Focus on your career growth
• Development Dollars
• Leadership development
• Access to thousands of on‑demand e‑learnings
• Travel Discounts
• Employee Resource Groups
• 5 weeks paid vacation
• Private health & dental insurance
• Income protection and life assurance
• Employee Assistance Program – including 24/7 GP & free legal advice
• Pension plan contributions
• Discounted gym membership
• Bike2Work
• Season ticket loan
• Social events & Thursday happy hours
• Free lunch 2 days per week

Work Environment & Flexibility

At OpenTable we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications – via calls, Slack messages or emails – outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners and/or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations.

Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table so we’re building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.

If you need accommodations during the application or interview process or on the job we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.

Full‑time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1