Join Our Team as a Desktop Support Technician
Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for delivering top-tier IT support? Fletchers Solicitors is seeking a Technology Service Desk Desktop Support Technician to join our dynamic Manchester office.
About the Role:
As a Desktop Support Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our team operates smoothly. From resolving day-to-day IT issues to supporting critical tools like AVD, Proclaim Case Management System, email, printing, and phones, your expertise will help drive our success. You’ll handle support requests through our internal Helpdesk system, seeing them through to resolution or escalating to 3rd-line support when needed.
You’ll also be involved in:
Asset Management
Hardware Procurement
New Starter, Leaver, and Mover Setups
Project Delivery Work
We follow the ITIL framework, so incidents, problems, and changes are structured and efficient. While based in Manchester, occasional travel to our other offices may be required.
Working Hours:
35 hours/week, Monday to Friday (rotating shifts between 8am–6pm)
Saturday on-call cover (remote, 10am–4pm) as part of a team rota
Why Join Fletchers Solicitors?
We offer an inclusive, professional environment where your skills will make a difference. If you’re ready to combine your technical expertise with exceptional customer service, apply now and become a vital part of our Technology Service Desk team!
In return Fletchers can offer:
35 hours working week
Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, with an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year
Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
Life Assurance Policy
Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
Company sick pay
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
Varied calendar of funded company social events
Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
Main Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Head Of Service Desk
Complete daily maintenance tasks
Daily triage of assigned incidents in a methodical manner to meet SLA
Correct categorisation of all Incidents
Provide high-quality technical support to all staff on a timely basis using the Helpdesk
Assist with conferences and web meetings where required
Maintain up-to-date Active Directory records for all staff
Prepare AVD, Desktop PCs and laptops and phones for production
Carry out staff relocations and reconfigurations
Manage staff leaver and starter processes
Analyse trends in event logging and helpdesk tickets
Utilise available tools for team updates and procedure changes
Ensure work is managed within project management and service management frameworks
Feed into Problem and Change Management processes
Essential Skills and Experience:
Customer-focused approach
Experience in a busy IT Contact Centre environment
Proactive and positive manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Self-motivated and able to work effectively alone and as part of a team
Logical thinking and problem-solving skills
Experience with Microsoft products such as Office 365 and Teams
Experience in Active Directory
Affinity with technology and computer systems
Experience with Windows, Laptops and Desktop PCs
Experience with Windows Servers and standard network services
Experience with printing in a network environment
Experience with 8x8 phone systems
Experience with Proclaim
Desirable Skills and Experience:
Microsoft accreditation
Experience of the ITSM lifecycle
Degree in technical or related discipline
Experience in a professional services organisation
We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.
About Fletchers Solicitors:
Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. We have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.
Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive.
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