Helpdesk Advisor (9 Month FTC)

CBRE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Helpdesk Coordinator in Birmingham. You will be the first point of contact for customers, manage service requests, and ensure work orders are tracked to completion.

This role requires strong organisational skills, clear communication, and a proactive approach to maintaining service excellence. You will work closely with operations teams, produce reports, and contribute to contract performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience in a helpdesk or customer service environment.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Comfort working with systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for helpdesk enquiries via phone and email.
• Manage and maintain CAFM systems, including reactive and planned maintenance records and reporting.
• Prioritise and allocate service requests to engineers.
• Keep customers informed throughout maintenance lifecycle.
• Support with reporting and client-specific metrics.

Skills

Helpdesk experience

Customer service

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Reporting tools

Tools

CAFMs

Job description

Helpdesk Advisor

Location: Birmingham

Full Time Permanent

Join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. As part of CBRE, the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, we deliver innovative workplace solutions that support some of the world's most recognisable organisations.

We're looking for a customer-focused and highly organised Helpdesk Coordinator to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, providing exceptional customer service, coordinating maintenance activities, and building strong relationships with stakeholders.

The Opportunity

As a Helpdesk Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for customers, managing service requests and ensuring work orders are assigned, tracked, and completed efficiently. You'll play a key role in supporting operational teams, maintaining service excellence, and contributing to the overall success of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for helpdesk enquiries via phone and email.
• Manage and maintain CAFM systems, including reactive maintenance requests, planned maintenance records, and reporting.
• Prioritise and allocate service requests to the appropriate engineers.
• Ensure customers are kept informed throughout the lifecycle of maintenance requests.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure service delivery standards are met.
• Produce reports and analyse contract performance data.
• Support monthly reporting and client-specific metrics.
• Assist with supplier quotations, agency bookings, and general contract administration activities.
• Promote a positive customer experience and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in a helpdesk, customer service, facilities management, or administrative environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence working with systems and reporting tools.
• A customer-first mindset and commitment to delivering outstanding service.

Why CBRE?

At CBRE, you'll be part of a global organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and able to thrive.

If you're passionate about customer service, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking to build your career with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.