Service Desk Lead - 6 Month FTCSimply Business

Northampton, UK 19-06-2024
The BizOps IT team at Simply Business takes pride in managing and maintaining an international multi-site, Cloud-based IT infrastructure. As a Service Desk Lead, you will have the opportunity to contribute to this dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping our service delivery.

As a Service Desk Lead your responsibilities include:

    • Team Management:
    • Lead and manage a team of service desk engineers currently working onsite across two countries and remotely.
    • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and provide guidance to team members.
    • Ensure effective communication, collaboration, and a positive team culture.

    • Process Optimisation:
    • Identify inefficiencies and friction in existing processes.
    • Propose practical improvements and solutions to streamline operations.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

    • Exceptional User Experience:
    • Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and commitment to providing an outstanding user experience.
    • Monitor and evaluate user feedback to identify areas for enhancement.
    • Implement strategies to consistently exceed user expectations.

    • Ticket Management:
    • Triage, prioritise, and assign tickets to team members based on urgency and complexity.
    • Monitor ticket status, track progress, and ensure timely resolution.
    • Manage escalations effectively and communicate updates to stakeholders.

    • Performance Monitoring:
    • Collect and analyse data to track team and agent performance.
    • Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance team performance.
    • Utilise key metrics to measure success and make informed decisions.

    • Training and Development:
    • Mentor and train team members to develop their skills and capabilities.
    • Provide ongoing support and guidance to help team members grow professionally.
    • Identify and implement training programs to enhance team knowledge and expertise.

    • Quality Assurance:
    • Conduct regular quality reviews of tickets to ensure they meet the highest standards of service.
    • Provide feedback to team members and identify opportunities for improvement.
    • Implement best practices and methodologies to maintain a consistent level of service quality.

What we’re looking for:

    • Line management experience with a proven track record of leading and motivating teams.
    • Solid experience working on an IT service desk at various levels.
    • Professional experience in mentoring and developing others.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    • Proficiency in IT service management tools and methodologies.

We seek a passionate and driven individual who is eager to make a positive impact on our organisation. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, contribute to the growth of our team, and shape the future of IT Support at Simply Business.
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