Branch Support Engineer - AVP

Jefferies; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferies in Pune seeks an experienced Branch Support Engineer to deliver end-user IT support in a fast-paced trading environment. You will partner with global desktop services to manage hardware, software, telephony, and VDI, while driving stability and performance.

The role requires 3+ years in IT support within financial services, strong Windows 11 and Office 365 knowledge, and the ability to work with global teams across initiatives.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of IT support within financial services.
• Deep knowledge of Windows 11 and Office 365.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of network architecture and client/server technology.
• Experience with Windows 11, macOS, IPC turrets, Cisco VoIP phones, HP desktops & laptops, VDI, printers/MFPs.
• Willing to work off-hours or weekends when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily hands‑on support in a high‑volume financial services environment.
• Manage desktop technology including hardware, software, and telephony systems.
• Deliver frontline and ancillary support for front‑office and back‑office apps.
• Support Citrix/VDI environments and onboarding of new apps.
• Monitor desktop infrastructure performance and suggest improvements.
• Oversee desktop operations for the assigned office; diagnose and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Application Support teams; act as Incident Manager during outages.
• Maintain documentation for systems, apps, and maintenance.

Skills

3+ years IT support

Desktop support

Communication skills

Network architecture

Problem solving

Willing to learn

Off-hours availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Windows 11

Office 365

VDI

Cisco VoIP

HP desktops & laptops

IPC turrets

Printers/MFPs

Job description

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (‘‘Jefferies,’’ ‘‘we,’’ ‘‘us’’ or ‘‘our’’) is a U.S.-headquartered global full service, integrated investment banking and securities firm. Our largest subsidiary, Jefferies LLC, a U.S. broker-dealer, was founded in the U.S. in 1962 and our first international operating subsidiary, Jefferies International Limited, a U.K. broker-dealer, was established in the U.K. in 1986. Our strategy focuses on continuing to build out our investment banking effort, enhancing our capital markets businesses and further developing our Leucadia Asset Management alternative asset management platform. We offer deep sector expertise across a full range of products and services in investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset and wealth management in the Americas, Europe and the Middle East and Asia.

A global financial services firm offering investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset management, and wealth management solutions is seeking an experienced Branch Support Engineer. This hands‑on role partners closely with the global desktop services team to deliver exceptional end‑user support, contribute to strategic initiatives, and enhance technology performance across a high‑pressure trading environment.

The ideal candidate is a motivated, solutions‑driven professional who thrives in dynamic settings and is eager to grow while working with cutting‑edge technologies. This position offers extensive exposure to business stakeholders, technology partners, and global initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Desktop & Infrastructure Support

• Provide daily hands‑on support within a high‑volume, fast‑moving financial services environment.
• Manage the implementation, maintenance, and support of all desktop technology—including hardware, software, telephony systems.
• Deliver frontline and ancillary support for front‑office and back‑office applications.
• Support Citrix/VDI environments and assist with onboarding new applications and technologies.
• Monitor desktop infrastructure performance and recommend enhancements to improve stability and efficiency.

Operational Ownership & Incident Management

• Oversee all desktop operations for the assigned office or coverage area.
• Diagnose and resolve issues efficiently in close collaboration with Engineering and Application Support teams.
• Act as Incident Manager during outages, ensuring timely escalation and communication to global and local leadership.
• Coordinate and drive local initiatives, vendor relationships, hardware lifecycle management, and service requests (e.g., RMAs, new equipment, desk moves).

Collaboration, Projects & Governance

• Build strong relationships with business units and serve as a trusted technical partner and advocate.
• Participate in IT Management meetings to discuss issues, projects, and strategic direction.
• Support global initiatives with cross‑functional teams (Application Support, Facilities, Infrastructure/Engineering).
• Assist with application packaging, production certification, and SCCM deployments.
• Maintain thorough documentation for systems, applications, and scheduled maintenance.

Additional Technical Support Areas

• iPhone/iPad support via MobileIron MDM and Intune.
• Active Directory support.
• Printer/MFP management.
• Firewall/proxy support.
• BCP setup, configuration, and testing.
• Conference room and AV support.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field.
• 3+ years of IT support experience within a financial services environment.
• Strong background in enterprise desktop support with deep knowledge of Windows 11 and Office 365.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of network architecture and client/server technology.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience supporting technologies including: Windows 11, macOS, IPC turrets, Cisco VoIP phones, HP desktops & laptops, VDI, iPhones/iPads, printers/MFPs.
• Experience in DEX & AI toolsets is a plus but not required.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Willing to work off‑hours or weekends as business needs require.

Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

We have been made aware of bad actors falsely claiming to be associated with Jefferies Group soliciting individuals to attend virtual job interviews, complete online tests or courses and sending fictitious employment offer letters.

Please note that any email contact with Jefferies personnel will come from an “@jefferies.com” email address. Further, Jefferies will not notify shortlisted candidates through social media platforms (e.g. WhatsApp or Telegram) or ask candidates to make payment to participate in the hiring process.