IT Service Desk Engineer

Benchmark Capital Limited; Kingsfold; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Capital Limited is seeking an IT Service Desk Engineer to provide first and second-line support for colleagues across the group. Based in Horsham, you will help maintain a secure, reliable technology environment and assist with onboarding and acquisitions.

You’ll work closely with the Enterprise Technology team, handle incidents via ticketing systems, configure devices, support Microsoft 365, and contribute to continuous improvement of IT services.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience within an IT Service Desk, Desktop Support or IT Support Engineer role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Outlook and Teams.
• Good understanding of Active Directory and Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP.
• Experience using IT service management and ticketing platforms.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple competing tasks.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for colleagues requiring IT support.
• Respond to incidents, service requests and enquiries via telephone, email, walk-up support and ticketing systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, application and connectivity issues.
• Escalate complex issues where appropriate while maintaining ownership and communication.
• Deliver support in line with agreed service levels and customer satisfaction targets.
• Provision and decommission user accounts for joiners, movers and leavers.
• Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, mobile devices and peripherals.
• Support Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook and other core business applications.

Skills

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

Networking fundamentals

ITIL principles

PowerShell scripting

Ticketing systems

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

Intune

Endpoint management

Job description

IT Service Desk Engineer

Department: Enterprise Technology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Horsham

Reporting To: Adam Chambers

Description

As an IT Service Desk Engineer, you will be responsible for providing first and second-line technical support to colleagues across Benchmark and the wider group. You will support end users, devices, applications and infrastructure, helping to maintain a secure, reliable and high-performing technology environment.

This role plays an important part in delivering an excellent internal customer experience, resolving technical issues, supporting new starters and acquisitions, and contributing to the continuous improvement of IT services. You'll work closely with colleagues across Technology and the wider business, ensuring users receive professional, efficient and effective support.

What you'll do

• Act as the first point of contact for colleagues requiring IT support.
• Respond to incidents, service requests and enquiries via telephone, email, walk-up support and ticketing systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, application and connectivity issues.
• Escalate complex issues where appropriate while maintaining ownership and communication.
• Deliver support in line with agreed service levels and customer satisfaction targets.

• Provision and decommission user accounts for joiners, movers and leavers.
• Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, mobile devices and peripherals.
• Support Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook and other core business applications.
• Assist with endpoint security, patching and software deployment activities.
• Carry out device refresh, upgrade and replacement programmes.

• Perform routine monitoring and health checks across supported systems.
• Maintain IT asset registers and software licence records.
• Create and update technical documentation and knowledge-base materials.
• Support meeting room technology and office-based equipment.
• Assist with technology procurement and equipment management activities.

• Support technology projects and rollout activities across the business.
• Assist with onboarding acquired businesses into the Benchmark technology estate.
• Identify opportunities to improve support services and colleague experience.
• Work collaboratively with technology teams, suppliers and business stakeholders.

• Support access management, identity management and security controls.
• Assist with audits, compliance reviews and regulatory requirements.
• Promote security awareness and best practice across the business.
• Ensure IT procedures, standards and controls are followed and documented.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

• Minimum two years' experience within an IT Service Desk, Desktop Support or IT Support Engineer role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Outlook and Teams.
• Good understanding of Active Directory and Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP.
• Experience using IT service management and ticketing platforms.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple competing tasks.
• Experience supporting laptops, desktops, printers, mobile devices and peripheral hardware.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

• Knowledge of ITIL principles and service management best practice.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune and endpoint management technologies.
• Experience building, deploying and supporting Windows 11 devices.
• Working knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
• Experience supporting remote monitoring and management tools.
• Exposure to office relocations, acquisitions or infrastructure projects.
• Microsoft certifications or relevant technical qualifications.

What will you be like

We're looking for someone who is proactive, customer-focused and passionate about technology. You will enjoy helping others, solving problems and taking ownership of issues through to resolution.

You will be an effective communicator who can build positive working relationships across the business and explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users.

The successful candidate will:

• Be approachable, patient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrate a proactive and positive attitude.
• Take pride in delivering high-quality support and user experiences.
• Be keen to learn, develop and expand their technical knowledge.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment.