About the Role
We are seeking a Service Desk Administrator to join our IT team, focusing on in-office tasks to maintain smooth system operations. This role involves assembling PCs, troubleshooting hardware, deploying patches, and supporting new joiners, while providing an opportunity to learn modern IT service delivery. Our Future Health aims to transform the prevention, detection, and treatment of conditions like dementia, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, contributing to longer, healthier lives for future generations.
Responsibilities
- Support daily IT operations to ensure devices and systems run smoothly
- Prepare laptops and accounts for new starters and facilitate onboarding
- Provide first-line support for issues with M365, Windows, macOS, mobile devices, and hardware
- Maintain accurate records in Intune, Jamf, and the ITSM platform
- Assist with updates and patching to keep devices secure and compliant
- Collaborate with the wider IT team to improve processes and enhance user experience
Requirements
- Genuine interest in technology (no formal IT experience required)
- GCSEs/A-Levels or equivalent
- IT-related study or certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Apple) are a bonus
- Customer service experience is a plus
- A curious mindset and willingness to learn new tools and systems
- Clear communicator able to explain technology in plain language
- Logical problem solver who enjoys fixing things
- Team player who collaborates well across departments
- Calm under pressure and adaptable to change
- Detail-oriented and thorough in record-keeping
- Enthusiastic about growing IT skills
Skills
- Basic knowledge of Windows 10/11
- Basic knowledge of macOS
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 apps (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint)
- Interest in device management tools like Intune
- Interest in device management tools like Autopilot
- Interest in device management tools like Jamf
- Understanding of account setup
- Understanding of password resets
- Understanding of basic troubleshooting
- Awareness of IT security principles
- Awareness of data handling principles
Location
- Central London, Holborn
Work Type
- Office-based
- Flexible working arrangements
- Remote working arrangements
Experience Level
- Fresh out of college or university
- No formal IT experience required
- Customer service experience is a plus
Education Level
- GCSEs/A-Levels or equivalent
- IT-related study (bonus)
- Certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Apple) (bonus)
Salary/Compensations
- From £30,000 per annum
Benefits
- Generous Pension Scheme (employer contributions up to 12%)
- 30 Days Holiday pro rata + Bank Holidays (flexible usage)
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Cycle to Work Scheme (save 25-39% on bike and accessories)
- Home & Tech Savings (up to 8% off IKEA and Currys, spread cost over 12 months)
- EV Scheme (save up to 40% on electric vehicle package)
- £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
- Wellbeing Support (Mental Health First Aiders, 24/7 online GP services, Employee Assistance Programme)
About the Company
- Mission: transform the prevention, detection and treatment of conditions such as dementia, cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke
- Contribute to helping future generations live in good health for longer
Equal Opportunity
- Recognize the importance of a diverse workforce
- Ensure all candidates, regardless of background, have equitable access to the application process
- Proactively encourage applicants with a disability, neurodiversity, or long-term health conditions to request reasonable adjustments
- Email for reasonable adjustment requests: talent@ourfuturehealth.org.uk
