Service Desk Team Leader - Service Centre in Belfast

Version 1 has celebrated30 yearsinbusinessand continues to be trusted by global brands to delivertechnology and transformationsolutions that drive customer success. We foster strong partnerships withglobal technology leadersincluding Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat,OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services. ?Werean award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heartof whatwe do: UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner 3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW Werea corevalues drivencompany, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them,itsdeeply embedded within our DNA. Job Description Role Summary Our ASPIRE Global Service Centre is the central hub of our Service Management operations. Beyond a traditional Service Desk, it stands as the central authority and shared service delivery hub, orchestrating all operational workflows, processes, procedures, and tooling. Its a core delivery component of the Version 1 ASPIRE Managed Services offering that places AI, continuous improvement and business innovation at the heart of everything Version 1 does. With a focus on supporting self-service and automation, we utilise the best digital capabilities of the ServiceNow ITSM tooling product to provide the very best Experience to our Customers. We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Level 1/Level 2 IT Service Desk Team Leader. Working with your three peers to the Service Desk Manager, to oversee our IT service desk operations 24/7 at the Global Service Centre. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader and will manage a team of service desk analysts globally at both Level 1 and Level 2 skills, ensuring the delivery of high-quality IT support and excellent customer service to our organizations Customers. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, technical expertise, staff management and a customer-centric approach to managing IT support services. This role is highly suited to a person who has started from the ground up in a Service Desk environment. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of service desk analysts. Establish performance objectives and provide regular feedback through performance evaluations. Oversee daily service desk activities, ensuring prompt resolution of incidents and service requests. Monitor service desk performance metrics, such as first-call resolution rate, response time, and ticket backlog. Manage the digital handover to the next shift team leader for seamless service. Identifying continuous improvements, including for shift-left and automation. Ensure a high standard of customer service by monitoring end-user feedback and addressing any concerns. Support the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the end-user experience, including the use of digital contact channels and automated workflows. Act as a point of contact for key stakeholders regarding service desk performance, including complaints and plaudits. Support the development, documenting, and maintaining of service desk processes, procedures, and best practices. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards, including ITIL practices. Identify and implement improvements to service desk tools and workflows. Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure alignment and efficiency across all IT operations. Provide technical guidance to the service desk team, assisting with complex issues as needed. Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend tools to improve service desk functionality. Support the generation of regular reports on service desk performance and trends. Analyse data to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans accordingly. Flexibility to work in a rotating shift pattern, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Qualifications Skills, Education & Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT support, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role. Proven track record of managing a service desk team in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and troubleshooting methodologies. Experience with service desk management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, Zendesk). Knowledge of ITIL frameworks and best practices; ITIL certification preferred. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality support. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Support. Knowledge of AWS and Azure fundamentals. Proficiency in Active Directory and Group Policy Support. Strong technical proficiency in Windows Server and Linux (preferable) operating systems. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. ITIL Version 4 Foundation Level certification. Additional Information At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability. Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and peoples individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance Financial Wellbeing initiatives including;Version 1Pensionwitha5%employee-matched contribution, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. 24 days holidayallowanceplusPublic Holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat Reward schemes including Version 1s Annual Excellence Awards &quarterly Star Awards. Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes. Version 1 is an equal opportunities employer We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring including those shaped by disability and neurodiversity. LI-EB1 #LI-Hybrid