IT Service Desk Analyst

Manchester Interim £100 - £120 per day View Job Description
Michael Page Technology are proud to be partnered with an established government body as they continue to scale their in-house technology function.Due to ongoing growth, they are now recruiting for an experienced IT Service Desk Analyst to join the team, initially on a 3 month contract basis.
  • Working for an established government body as they scale their IT function.
  • An IT Service Desk Analyst role covering 1st Line duties at a Helpdesk level.

About Our Client

  • You will have the chance to join an award-winning government body, who have invested significantly into their in-house technology function at their Manchester headquarters.

Job Description

  • Michael Page are proud to be partnered with a leading government body on the recruitment of an interim IT Service Desk Analyst role to join the team on an initial 3 month basis.
  • You'll deliver a responsive, customer-focused service to staff across the organisation. Acting as a first point of contact, helping troubleshoot issues, and escalating where necessary.
  • You'll work closely with colleagues to set clear expectations and provide practical guidance on using IT hardware, software, and services effectively.
  • Support requests will be logged and managed accurately in the Service Desk system, following agreed processes and working collaboratively with wider IT teams to deliver a seamless service.
  • Where possible, you'll resolve incidents and service requests directly, escalating only when necessary. You'll assess priority and impact, responding appropriately and escalating to the IT Manager, Service Support as required.
  • The role also involves managing starters, leavers, and organisational changes, ensuring system access and permissions are kept up to date and fully authorised.
  • With a strong understanding of IT services, you'll help users get the most from available tools and identify opportunities to improve service delivery.
  • You'll liaise with external suppliers when needed, communicating clearly and courteously in plain English, all with the goal of delivering the highest quality IT support to end-users.
  • The role will operate on a hybrid basis, with only 1-2 days per week required in the Manchester office.

The Successful Applicant

As the successful candidate for the interim IT Service Desk Analyst role, you will have the following experience:

  • A minimum of 1 years experience in a similar 1st Line / Helpdesk role
  • Office365
  • Windows 11
  • Active Directory
  • PC/laptop break-fix

What's on Offer

  • £110 - £120 per day.
  • 3 month contract (likely extension).
  • Significant hybrid working (Maximum 1-2 days on-site per week).
Contact
Palminder Johal
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6943407
Phone number
+44 121 230 9416

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
IT Support
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Palminder Johal
Consultant phone
+44 121 230 9416
Job reference
JN-022026-6943407