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2nd Line Support Engineer - Central London

Xact Placements Limited
Posted 21 days ago, valid for 9 days
Location

London, Greater London WC1A 2LP, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a 2nd Line Support Engineer at an award-winning Managed Service Provider in Central London.
  • The position offers a salary range of £33,000 to £37,000 per year.
  • Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in an IT support role, specifically with 2nd line support.
  • Key responsibilities include delivering IT support, acting as an escalation point for junior analysts, and maintaining ticket queues.
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a desire to progress into a Team Lead position.

Location: Central London

Salary: £33,000-£37,000

Are you an experienced IT support professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges? We’re partnering with an award-winning, fast-growing Managed Service Provider (MSP) based in Central London. They’re looking for a skilled 2nd Line Support Engineer to join their friendly, high-performing Service Desk team.

?? The Role

You’ll be a key player in the Service Desk, acting as a go-to expert for complex tickets, supporting junior team members, and ensuring clients receive prompt, professional support. Your day-to-day will involve a mix of hands-on technical troubleshooting, team collaboration, and client interaction.

??? What You’ll Be Doing

  • Delivering 2nd line IT support to customers across hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Acting as an escalation point for junior analysts, supporting their development.
  • Maintaining ticket queues and ensuring SLAs are consistently met.
  • Liaising with clients and third-party vendors to resolve issues effectively.
  • Contributing to and maintaining the Service Desk knowledge base.
  • Identifying recurring issues and recommending process improvements.
  • Conducting occasional on-site client visits in London.

? What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years in an IT support role, with solid 2nd line experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across Microsoft 365, Windows 11, and macOS.
  • Working knowledge of IT security tools (firewalls, antivirus, data protection).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Familiarity with ITIL or service management best practices (desirable).
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, MCSE, CISSP) are a bonus.
  • Desire to progress into a Team Lead position

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.