IT Service Desk Analyst

IT Service Desk Analyst required by market leading, award winning, professional services organisation based in Central Bristol on a hybrid basis with 2-3 days a week onsite. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract initially, with a strong possibility of extension or becoming permanent. Our client need an enthusiastic and technically capable IT Service Desk Analyst to join their dynamic IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and excellent communication skills to provide first-class support across a wide range of IT systems and applications. The Role The IT Service Desk Analyst acts as the first point of contact for all IT-related queries and support requests, helping to deliver a consistent and high-quality experience for users across the business. Working as part of a busy and supportive team, the successful candidate will log, assess, and resolve incidents using a call management system that maintains a comprehensive audit trail. Support is delivered through various channels including telephone, email, in-person assistance, and remote desktop tools. The team also handles the configuration and deployment of IT equipment and provides advice on the effective use of technology. Key Responsibilities * Provide first and second-line support for IT applications and hardware * Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, escalating when necessary * Assist with software installations, upgrades, and system maintenance * Handle user queries via Teams, email, telephone, and face-to-face contact * Accurately assess the urgency and impact of incoming issues * Maintain clear, consistent communication with users throughout the resolution process * Support mobile device administration using tools such as Intune * Use remote management tools like ControlUp for laptop support * Help identify recurring issues and contribute to longer-term IT solutions * Adhere to established procedures, including escalation protocols and asset handling Skills & Experience * Strong IT knowledge, ideally with experience in a professional services environment * Familiarity with Microsoft technologies, including Office 365, Active Directory, SCCM, Group Policy, and Windows OS * Exposure to telephony systems and AV support (e.g. Avaya, video conferencing tools) * Confident diagnosing technical issues at 1st line level * Certifications or experience with ITIL, Azure Fundamentals, Intune, and Windows Server are a plus * Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented * Strong teamwork ethic, self-motivated, and eager to learn * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values excellent service delivery, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative IT function. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact and continue to grow your technical expertise, this could be the perfect fit. This great role comes with a competitive basic salary and is accompanied with an annual bonus, annual salary review, a contributory pension, life assurance, maternity/paternity leave, BUPA, an initial 25 days holiday plus your Bank Holidays, flexible working and a wealth of other health focused benefits to name but a few