Mission freelance Service Desk Analyst

***SC Cleared***
Service Desk Analyst
Warrington + Remote (1 day p/w onsite)
6 Month contract initially, good scope for extension
Rates negotiable (Umbrella-PAYE)

One of our blue chip clients are looking for a number of Service Desk Analysts to join the team on a long term programme of work.

Key responsibilities:
The IT Service Desk Analyst will be the first point of contact for providing technical support to the accounts designated users. It will required a competent aptitude for working with applications / computer systems / handheld devices and to undertake analysis, diagnosis and resolution of issues which may range from straightforward to more complicated technical issues to their desired resolution.

* The normal working schedule will be no more than 40 hours per week, exclusive of a 30 minute unpaid lunch break each day.
* To act as a single point of contact for phone calls and emails from staff regarding IT issues and queries
* Receiving, logging and managing calls to their conclusion from internal staff via telephone and email.

Key Skills / Experience:
* Responsibility for troubleshooting IT related problems from software / applications to hardware, such as desktops, laptops, printers and iPhones of the accounts designated users
* Responsible for troubleshoot basic issues operating system, network, email and shared resources such as network shares, printers etc.
* Log all customer contacts in CRM tool and take ownership of incidents to their desired conclusion
* Installation of all applications and resetting passwords to all enterprise applications
* Escalate unresolved calls to various application and infrastructure support teams
* Participate in enterprise application release / maintenance activities on request
* Closely monitor and meet ticket SLA targets
* Effective time / task management, as well as the ability to be flexible and creative on any given task
* Willingness to take on extra responsibility, as and when required
* Responsible for monitor and maintaining defined SLA's
* Act as the designated backup for Incident Manager when reasonably instructed to do so
* Quantifiable experience of operating in a face paced moving client facing engagement.
* In depth quantifiable knowledge and hands on experience in troubleshooting IT related issues.
* Constantly seeks to improve technical knowledge and researches new product capabilities.
* Possess excellent inter-personnel skills.
* Possess excellent soft skills, verbal and written communication skills.
* Willingness to participate and lead project meetings with the customer on request.
* Should be flexible with Multiple Shifts as and when required in 24x7 environment
* Should ready to work in shifts and out of hours (based on project requirement)

This is a great opportunity on a long running programme of work.
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Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.