Desktop Support Analyst in London

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The Desktop Support Analyst is responsible for providing high quality desktop, mobile device, application, and audio/visual support for attorneys and professional staff in the London and Cambridge offices. As a member of the Desktop Operations team, this individual will facilitate desktop service fulfillment requests, provide guidance and “how to” information, restore desktop and related technology services to a satisfactory operational state, and help maintain a high level of customer service and user support.

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct hands-on support to users who are experiencing desktop operating system, connectivity, mobile device, and application issues, and provide complete follow-through to successful resolution.
• Perform hardware diagnostics and execute or coordinate repairs in a timely fashion to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide 1st and 2nd level support for software issues, including remote access support (VDI, Citrix, VPN, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom).
• Assist with hardware procurement and inventory management under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support installation and maintenance of practice-specific applications and assess software compatibility with current operating systems.
• Participate in computer equipment installations, imaging, upgrades, refresh initiatives, and replacement projects.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate levels of hardware inventory to meet business needs.
• Conduct basic research on technology products to support procurement efforts.
• Participate in user support initiatives including onboarding activities, Tech Bars, and floor walks.
• Collaborate with other IT support groups to ensure proper communication about user services and issues.
• Assist the IT Infrastructure team with occasional hands-on hardware installation and maintenance.
• Maintain vendor contact information and assist with troubleshooting in coordination with third-party support.
• Engage with end users in a customer service-oriented manner to provide solutions and desired outcomes.
• Document incidents and requests in the ServiceNow tracking system to ensure proper tracking and resolution.
• Document user requests and technical steps in clear, user-friendly language.
• Assist with AV operations, including scheduling and coordinating video conferences, meeting room support, and monitoring live AV meetings.
• Support hybrid working technologies including docking stations, meeting room systems, wireless presentation technologies, and remote collaboration tools.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and workplace tools to support team initiatives.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Two or more years of experience providing desktop support in a Microsoft Windows environment, including Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365, legal applications, document management systems, and handheld/mobile technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, legal applications, collaboration platforms, mobile devices, and endpoint technologies.
• Experience supporting desktop operating systems and their integration with Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, document management systems, and other business or legal applications.
• Experience supporting hybrid workplace and remote access technologies, including VDI, VMware View, Citrix, VPN, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and related collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune, SCCM, FIM, and other endpoint management technologies; basic network administration experience preferred.
• Experience supporting Apple and Android mobile devices, meeting room technologies, audio/visual systems, and collaboration platforms.
• Experience working within IT service management frameworks and ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to users at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage changing priorities, recognize recurring issues, and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Ability to contribute to desktop-related projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Exposure to AI-enabled workplace technologies and productivity tools is a plus.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and transport computer equipment and peripherals; frequent movement between office floors and work areas; dexterity to operate computer hardware, peripherals, and basic hand tools.
• Travel: Occasional travel to other offices as needed.
• Work Environment: Standard office environment.