
Technical 1st Line Helpdesk Analyst
Ingot Legal Recruitment
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Oakham • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Act as the first point of contact for client support queries via phone and email
- Log, categorise, and prioritise support tickets accurately in the helpdesk system
- Resolve common application, user, and environment-related issues at 1st line
- Perform initial troubleshooting and diagnostics to identify root causes
- Escalate unresolved or complex issues to 2nd line or development teams with clear documentation
- Communicate clearly with clients, setting expectations and providing regular updates
- Ensure SLAs are met by managing workloads effectively and following support processes
- Contribute to the knowledge base by documenting known issues and resolutions
Requirements
- Strong customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to follow troubleshooting processes and gather accurate technical information
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- A proactive, client-focused mindset with attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in a software support environment
- Previous experience in a 1st Line Helpdesk or Service Desk role (desirable)
- Basic understanding of Windows desktop environments and common troubleshooting steps (desirable)
- Awareness of software applications and SaaS-based platforms (desirable)
- Familiarity with ticketing systems and ITIL-style support workflows (desirable)
- Exposure to Microsoft technologies (e.g. Windows, SQL basics, .NET applications) is an advantage but not essential
Benefits
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- Training and development opportunities
- Exposure to a variety of technologies and real-world client scenarios
- The chance to make a real difference in a growing tech company
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
troubleshootingdiagnosticsticketing systemsWindowsSQL.NET applications
Soft skills
customer servicecommunicationorganisational skillsprioritisationattention to detailproactive mindset