Helpdesk Technician

LEAP Legal Software; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous professional development fund

Ongoing training and career growth

Private health insurance (including +d

Gym membership contribution (£80)

Employee Assistance Programme

Life insurance

8% employer pension contribution

PerkBox discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

LEAP Home housing assistance

25 days annual leave + 8 holidays

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteer day

Job summary

SOS in Bath is seeking a Helpdesk Technician to deliver accounts-related support for the SOS software within a hybrid, full-time team.

You will respond to client requests via email, phone and chat, guide users through remote troubleshooting, and contribute to improving service levels through accurate ticketing and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience providing first-line technical support.
• Strong IT skills, including confidence with Microsoft Office applications.
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to excellent client service.
• A calm, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, even when priorities or information are unclear.
• The ability to make sound decisions under pressure and work effectively with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client support requests by email, phone and chat, and follow up proactively where needed.
• Build a thorough understanding of the software you support and guide clients through remote troubleshooting.
• Work towards service targets for customer satisfaction, response time, first contact resolution and average handling time.
• Keep accurate ticket records, including troubleshooting steps and clear instructions for reproducing issues that need escalation.
• Keep clients informed of progress and maintain a complete history of actions in the support system.
• Help clients resolve issues involving third‑party applications, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Escalate tickets to the appropriate teams and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues throughout.
• Attend training, complete related assessments and contribute to daily team huddles.
• Work with colleagues to analyse requirements for new features and functionality.

Skills

First-line technical support

Microsoft Office applications

Clear communication skills

Calm, solutions-focused approach

Decision making under pressure

Tools

Liberate software

Job description

The Role

Helpdesk Technician - LegalTech

Location: Bath (Hybrid) | Permanent | Full-Time

About SOS

As part of the LEAP group, we are committed to excellence and a customer-first mindset, earning the trust of legal professionals across the country. Joining our team of passionate, driven individuals offers the opportunity to grow, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact in the legal industry.

At SOS, our passion for advancing legal technology has made us a leading provider of legal software solutions. With decades of experience, we deliver innovative, reliable, and user-friendly software that enhances efficiency and ensures compliance, ultimately helping law firms streamline their operations. Our Practice Management software is widely recognised across the profession, and our customisable solutions empower firms to work in the way that best suits their needs.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Support Analyst to join our high-performing Support Team. In this role, you'll deliver accounts-related support to clients, assisting with daily operations, navigating systems, and resolving issues within the SOS software.

What you'll do

• Respond to client support requests by email, phone and chat, and follow up proactively where needed.
• Build a thorough understanding of the software you support and guide clients through remote troubleshooting.
• Work towards service targets for customer satisfaction, response time, first contact resolution and average handling time.
• Keep accurate ticket records, including troubleshooting steps and clear instructions for reproducing issues that need escalation.
• Keep clients informed of progress and maintain a complete history of actions in the support system.
• Help clients resolve issues involving third‑party applications, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Escalate tickets to the appropriate teams and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues throughout.
• Attend training, complete related assessments and contribute to daily team huddles.
• Work with colleagues to analyse requirements for new features and functionality.

What you'll bring

Essential:

• Previous experience providing first-line technical support.
• Strong IT skills, including confidence with Microsoft Office applications.
• Clear communication skills and a commitment to excellent client service.
• A calm, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, even when priorities or information are unclear.
• The ability to make sound decisions under pressure and work effectively with colleagues.

Desirable

• Experience working in a legal practice.
• Knowledge of Liberate software.

What you'll get

Career Development

• Generous professional development fund to support your growth.
• Ongoing opportunities for training, learning and career progression.

Health & Wellbeing

• Private health insurance, including dental and optical cover.
• £80 monthly contribution towards your gym membership.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life insurance cover for added peace of mind.

Financial Benefits

• 8% employer pension contribution.
• PerkBox membership, giving you access to a range of discounts and rewards.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to LEAP Home, our unique programme designed to support you in purchasing your primary residence.

Time Off

• 25 days' annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• One paid volunteer day each year to support a charity of your choice.

Our Work Environment

• A friendly, supportive and ambitious culture.
• Free healthy breakfast, light lunch and snacks.
• Regular team socials and opportunities to connect with colleagues.

More you should know

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Closing Date: Friday, 16th October 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

You're welcome to use AI tools to support your application, but please ensure your submission reflects your own experience and voice. Every CV is reviewed by a member of our team, and if you're invited to interview we look forward to getting to know the real you.

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