IT Service Desk Manager – 45K

Company: Ascent People Ltd
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

IT Service Desk Manager – 45K

Location: East Midlands

Industry: IT

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum + extensive benefits

Posted: 28/03/2022

Job Description

We are looking for an IT Service Desk Manager who can help build a new team of Support Analysts, introduce best practice procedures and create a culture of accountability and ownership. The role is based in the East Midlands office with site visits across the UK. You will lead a small team and grow this function while working closely with 3rd‑party IT service providers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and grow the service desk team to improve customer satisfaction KPIs.
  • Maintain and enforce high‑level support standards and procedures.
  • Improve quality of work and processes while focusing on customer satisfaction.
  • Manage the well‑being, learning & development, and work allocation of 1st/2nd line support analysts.
  • Set KPIs/SLA’s, attend meetings, and engage with the wider business.

Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of service desk/IT support experience including team leadership/management duties.
  • Experience in a customer‑service role alongside IT technicians and engineers.
  • Utilising the ITIL framework in the delivery of IT services.
  • ITIL environment experience and certification is a bonus.
  • Desktop support experience with Microsoft and Office 365 suite (Outlook, Exchange, etc.).

Benefits

  • Salary up to £45,000 + extensive benefits.
  • Free parking onsite.
  • Office‑based with site visits and flexible working upon settlement.
  • Career growth opportunities within the expanding IT function.
  • Equal opportunity employer – applicants from all ages and backgrounds considered.

For further details or to discuss this opportunity, contact the recruiter below.

Recruiter: Jo BevingtonEmail: jo.bevington@ascentpeople.co.ukPhone: 0161 913 2621

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Posted: July 13th, 2026