IT Support Engineer (1st line)

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is looking for a 1st Line Support Analyst to enhance their helpdesk team in Glasgow. The role involves addressing IT issues, managing support tickets, and providing excellent client service in a hybrid work environment. This position offers opportunities for personal development and skills enhancement.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Dental cover

Critical illness cover

Discounted gym membership

O2 discounts on your mobile

Study support for relevant certifications

Qualifications

• Ideally, some experience with IT support.
• Familiarity with Microsoft technologies and networking.
• Confident communication skills – both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for resolving IT issues.
• Manage and update support tickets with clear communication.
• Maintain professional communication and client service.

Skills

Client Service

Communication Skills

IT Support Experience

Technical Curiosity

Tools

Microsoft Server

Microsoft Desktop OS

Microsoft 365

Azure

Networking

Virtualisation

Antivirus

Firewalls

Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM)

Job description

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Hybrid working: 3x in the office, 2x from home

Are you friendly, tech-savvy, and passionate about providing exceptional service? Sharp IT Services is on the lookout for a 1st Line Support Analyst to join our growing helpdesk team. If you're keen to build your career in IT and enjoy helping people solve problems, this could be the perfect next step.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for our diverse client base, helping to resolve IT issues efficiently and professionally. Your day-to-day will include:

• Taking ownership of support tickets – updating, progressing, and closing them with clear communication throughout.
• Hitting performance targets to keep our service levels high.
• Continuously improving your technical knowledge with on-the-job learning.
• Organising your tasks to stay ahead of client expectations.
• Maintaining professional, clear, and friendly communication at all times.
• Representing Sharp IT Services with professionalism and integrity.

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who’s not just technically curious, but also people-focused and motivated to grow. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• A personable, professional, and approachable manner
• A strong focus on delivering excellent client service
• Confident communication skills – both written and verbal
• Some experience with IT support
• Familiarity with Microsoft Server and Desktop OS
• A basic understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, virtualisation, backups, antivirus, and firewalls
• Awareness of Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools

What’s in It for You

At Sharp, we believe in supporting your development and rewarding your hard work. Here’s what you can expect:

• Private healthcare, life insurance, dental, and critical illness cover
• O2 discounts on your mobile
• Study support for relevant certifications
• Discounted gym membership

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your IT skills in a professional and supportive environment, with plenty of room to grow.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join the Sharp team.