Junior IT Service Desk Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic IT Operations team as a Junior IT Service Desk Analyst in Manchester. This role offers the chance to support global IT services, providing first-line assistance and collaborating with experienced engineers. You'll engage in incident management, technical support, and user training, all while working in a supportive environment that values innovation and professional growth. Enjoy a hybrid working arrangement and a range of perks, including a pension scheme and health benefits, as you embark on a rewarding career with a globally recognized organization.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Simply Health Policy

UP Discounts

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Referral Policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Fitness Classes

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve incoming support requests efficiently.
• Provide first-line technical support for hardware and software issues.

Skills

Windows 10/11

Microsoft Office

Microsoft 365

Azure AD

Hardware Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Organisational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant IT Certifications

Job description

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Client:

Ultimate Performance

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Ultimate Performance (U.P.) has established itself as the world’s leading body transformation experts, delivering exceptional client results under the mantra: "maximum results, minimum time."

With 27 private personal training facilities across the globe and a rapidly expanding footprint, U.P. is more than just a gym. Our offerings include world-class online and virtual personal training, training camps, premium meal preparation services, and a range of high-quality, results-focused supplements. We invest heavily in research and development, cutting-edge technology, and collaborate with leading academic institutions on groundbreaking studies.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Junior IT Service Desk Analyst with a strong interest or qualification in IT to join our dynamic IT Operations team. Based on-site at our Manchester City Centre Support Office, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our IT services across the global business.

Reporting directly to the IT Operations Manager, you will serve as the first line of contact, to support our global business, working alongside our Microsoft365 and Security Engineers.

You will be working from our office in Central Manchester (option to work one day a week from home), our standard working hours are 9am - 5:30pm but you may occasionally need to work an early shift between 7am - 3:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Incident Management: Efficiently manage, prioritise, and resolve incoming support requests, ensuring timely and effective solutions to technical issues.
• Technical Support: Provide first-line support for hardware, software, and network-related issues, demonstrating an understanding of troubleshooting methodologies.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and procedural documentation to enhance the knowledge base and support continuous improvement.
• System Maintenance: Assist in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure components.
• User Training: Conduct training sessions and create user-friendly guides to empower staff in utilising IT resources effectively.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Senior members of the IT team to escalate and resolve complex issues, contributing to team objectives and projects.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to IT policies, procedures, and best practices, maintaining the security and integrity of systems and data.

Requirements

• Technical Skills: Proficient in Windows 10/11, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft 365; Azure AD and hardware troubleshooting preferred.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills to resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical users clearly and concisely.
• Customer Service Orientation: A strong commitment to delivering high-quality support with a focus on user satisfaction.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing to collective goals and supporting colleagues.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900), or ITIL v4 Foundation are desirable but not essential.

At U.P., you are not just taking on a job; you are embarking on a career within a globally recognised organization that values innovation, excellence, and professional growth. As an IT Service Desk Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and develop your skills within a supportive and dynamic environment.

• Pension: salary sacrifice scheme with employer contribution.
• Simply Health Policy: claim money back on essential healthcare expenses like dental and optical care, remedial or sports massages and physiotherapy treatments.
• UP Discounts: Exclusive discounts, including 40% off a wide range of products such as supplements and fitness books, along with offers from selected partners.
• Salary sacrifice schemes: reduce your tax and NI contributions and enjoy non-cash benefits like Cycle to Work and Tech/Home schemes.
• Referral policy: bonus incentive for successful referrals.
• Employee assistance programme: free access to mental health guidance, telephone counselling and financial support 24/7.
• Fitness classes: Weekly group training sessions at our U.P. Manchester gym based in Spinningfields.
• Hybrid working available: 4 days a week in the office (following your initial training period of 5 days a week in the office).