Service Desk Technician Senior -CMS

Lyra Technology Group; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider in Preston is seeking a Service Desk Senior Technician to deliver high-quality IT support while leading a team of junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a 2nd line support role within an MSP environment. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 and a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office, 2 remote).

Benefits

Salary increase for weekend work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 2nd line IT support, ideally within an MSP environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networking, and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, MFA, VPN, and AV technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality IT support.
• Act as a technical escalation point and team mentor.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and improve service desk efficiency.

Skills

2nd line IT support experience

Troubleshooting skills (hardware, software, networking)

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Leadership qualities

Understanding of service management and SLAs

Familiarity with RMM tools

High attention to detail

Flexibility with working hours

Tools

RMM platforms

ConnectWise

IT documentation systems

Job description

Lyra Technology Group is a family of industry leading technology service businesses. Our companies are operated independently by exceptional management teams. Companies that join our group retain the employees, name, and culture that have made them successful. As a platform of Evergreen Services Group, we never divest from businesses we partner with and approach every decision with the goal of driving sustainable and healthy growth over the long term.

Service Desk Senior Technician – Lyra Technology Group

Lyra Technology Group is seeking a Service Desk Senior Analyst to join their team at CMS Group. The Service Desk Senior plays a critical leadership and operational role within the Service Desk, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality IT support. Acting as both a technical escalation points and a team mentor, the Senior is responsible for improving service desk efficiency, managing major incidents, supporting customer satisfaction, and contributing to strategic initiatives.

This role combines deep technical knowledge with leadership, customer service excellence, and process improvement responsibilities.

About CMS Group

CMS Group is a well-established, fast‑paced Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivering high-quality IT support to a diverse client base across multiple industries worldwide. Our dynamic environment values proactive support, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to excellent customer service.

Your work as a Service Desk Senior Technician will include the following duties:

• Proven experience in 2nd line IT support, ideally within an MSP environment
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networking, and cloud technologies (e.g. Microsoft 365, SharePoint, VPN, MFA)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle escalations and incidents confidently
• Leadership qualities with experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers
• Strong understanding of service management, SLAs, and incident response
• Familiarity with tools such as RMM platforms, ConnectWise, PassPortal, and IT documentation systems
• High attention to detail in documentation and process adherence
• Flexibility to work shifts and weekends as part of a schedule

Our ideal Service Desk Senior Technician has the following qualifications:

• Experience with RMM tools, ConnectWise, PassPortal, or equivalent platforms
• Understanding of ITIL best practices
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, MFA, VPN, and AV technologies
• Project or service delivery experience in an MSP environment
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership are essential
• Flexibility with working hours, including occasional weekends, is required
• Strong collaboration with the Service Desk Manager and cross-functional teams is key to success

The targeted base compensation for this role is 35,000 Pounds, plus an increase in salary on the weekend every month. This role will operate on a hybrid basis (3 days in office, 2 remote) at their office in Preston, PR5 6ST.

If you match the qualifications, we would love to review your application!