Senior IT Helpdesk Analyst

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£35,000 / year
CATEGORY
IT Support
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Microsoft 365 Azure Windows Server Networking Security Protocols Ticketing Systems Incident Response Workload Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior IT Helpdesk Analyst Job Description:

As a Senior IT Helpdesk Team Member, you’ll be the backbone of our technical support operations. You’ll lead triage and ticket allocation, action escalated tickets and oversee team workload to ensure smooth service delivery. This role demands a calm, organised, and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced MSP environment.

Salary:

£30 - £35k Depending on experience

Reports To:

Head of Service Delivery

Key Responsbilities & Experience

Ticket Triage & Allocation

Prioritise and assign incoming tickets based on urgency, impact, and skillset

Ensure SLAs are met and escalations are handled appropriately

Monitor ticket queues and redistribute workload as needed

Incident Management

Manage security alerts and incidents, working closely with internal teams and vendors

Maintain documentation and post-incident reviews to support continuous improvement

Team Leadership

Support Apprentices and Level 1 engineers with technical guidance and mentoring

Take ownership and accountability of tickets

Collaborate with the Head of Service Delivery to improve processes and training

Technical Expertise

Provide Level 3 support across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, networking, and security platforms

Use Ticketing, RMM and Document Management Systems

Stay current with industry trends and contribute to internal knowledge sharing

Essential Skills & Experience

Minimum 3 years in IT support, with at least 1 year in a senior or Level 3 role in a managed service provider

Strong understanding of ticketing systems, incident response, and security protocols

Experience in mentoring and workload management

Certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft and CompTIA are desirable

Personal Attributes

Willingness to learn

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to share knowledge

Benefits

What We Offer

Hands-on experience in a dynamic MSP environment

Supportive team and mentoring

Excellent work culture

Continuous Development

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology

Staff Benefits

33 days holidays including Bank Holidays

Additional paid leave on Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve

Employer pension contributions in line with statutory eligibility requirements

Optional Private Healthcare

Death in Service benefit for nominated beneficiaries (subject to eligibility)

Career Development

Structured Personal Development Plans (PDPs)

Regular 1:1 meeting supporting training, progression and career goals

Workplace Essentials

Branded uniform provided

Free onsite parking with easy access to the town centre

Workplace Culture & Engagement

Monthly “Employee of the Month” recognition with reward vouchers

Collaborative culture with regular feedback and involvement in decision‑making

Staff‑led charity partnerships with fundraising initiatives

Sustainability practices including recycling and responsible energy use

Additional Perks

Complimentary drinks and snacks available onsite

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

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