Hcuk senior it support analyst

HCUK Senior IT Support Analyst Country: United Kingdom WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Background Hyundai Capital UK Ltd (HCUK) is a joint venture company established by Santander Consumer UK and Hyundai Capital Services Korea in 2012. It operates under the Hyundai Finance, Kia Finance and Genesis Finance brands, providing funding solutions for both Retailers and Consumers. Job Purpose The Senior IT Support Analyst reports into the IT Manager and is based at the HCUK head office in Reigate, Surrey. The purpose of the role is to support the activities of the IT Manager and provide assistance and guidance to the Service Desk Support Analyst, managing issues and assigned tasks until resolution. The individual is also responsible for the administration and management of the HCUK IT systems, networking and installation, configuration and maintenance of all IT equipment and platforms. The Senior IT Support Analyst will be accountable for the increased automation of key processes across business units using a range of available tools. Working in conjunction with our external IT and security provider(s) the Senior IT Support Analyst will be part of the team responsible for ensuring excellent IT Service Delivery. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Key Accountabilities 1. General Strategic Under the guidance of the IT Manager, provide a high-level support to our internal customers and support and mentor other members of the IT Team. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and governance requirements. Continually improve and find innovative solutions to processes using automation and system tools. Deliver IT requirements within projects. Assist the IT Manager in delivering new and improved ways of working. Identify opportunities for the effective use of SharePoint and other Office 365 systems and applications. Keep abreast of current and emerging technologies, making recommendations to improve user experience. 2. Proactive Support Act as an escalation point for the Service Desk Support Analyst, to provide second line investigation and diagnosis and deliver resolutions, escalating issues to the IT Manager if required. Deliver an advanced level of support and troubleshooting where required via remote access, phone, video call, messaging platform, email and in person. Manage the prioritisations of IT tickets and ensure they are being dealt with in a timely manner. Undertake root cause analysis of incidents, service requests and problems and make recommendations for solutions. Support of telephony solutions, cloud and mobile 3. Technical Knowledge Experience / knowledge of implementing, managing and troubleshooting the following technologies: Active Directory + Hybrid Models, Entra AD Connect M365 Administration and Configuration Microsoft Exchange Hybrid Model Microsoft 365 Administration + Configuration Networking, Firewalls, experience with Palo Alto management, switches, LAN, WAN, VPNS, telephony, IP, DNS, DHCP, and mobile communications Patch and vulnerability management systems Experience with Cloud infrastructure, cloud-based servers, and cloud storage solutions (Azure) 4. System Administration Ensure systems are accurate and fully up to date and company policies are adhered to. Manage vulnerability remediations, ensuring the correct resources are engaged. Develop and implement identity automation opportunities and improvements to administration systems. Undertake new technology testing and configuration. Monitor systems, applications, and infrastructure proactively, to ensure effective performance. Drive improvement to all existing systems. 5. Department Administration Record incident, service requests, problems, and changes within the Help Desk system. Document processes and problem management solutions to increase 1st time fixes for 1st line support. Respond and assist with Information Security audits. 6. Training Delivering training on systems, applications, and devices to IT colleagues and to the business when required. Undertake continuous technical knowledge sharing with the Service Desk Support Analyst, to support professional development 7. Stakeholder Engagement Establish a good working relationship with all internal and external key stakeholders. Work closely with the Information Security Team to agree, prioritise and provide solutions to requests. 8. Reporting Develop and produce system performance reports, including availability, incidents, problems and resolutions. Convey technical concepts to non-technical audience via all communication mediums. 9. Risk Compliance In line with the company’s risk and compliance statement of responsibility and objectives, identify risks, incidents, and breaches, in accordance with company policies and department procedures. 10. Project Delivery Facilitate and deliver technical projects or IT deliverables utilising HCUK PM project management methodology. 11. Other Carry out any other tasks from time to time as may reasonably be requested. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Key Competencies Documentation Must be capable of providing input into delivery plans as well as creating and documenting Standard Operating Procedures Communication Must possess good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with staff. Establish and maintain effective communications with all areas of the business, within the team, and with service providers and third-party vendors. Teamwork Be an excellent team player, able to establish strong working relationships with stakeholders, colleagues and business partners Time Management Must display effective time management skills by managing effective resolution of issues. Ability to work to SLA and project delivery deadlines. Building Relationships Must have the ability to build a close relationship with both internal and external stakeholders, developing and close understanding of their needs and how to assist them. Knowledge Experience Given the scope of this position it is essential that the job holder has the following knowledge and experience: Microsoft Exchange – Hybrid Model. Strong demonstrable experience of deploying and supporting Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online Hybrid, Microsoft Defender, Endpoint DLP, Teams, Power Automate and SharePoint Administration. Microsoft Intune – conditional access policies, compliance policies, remediations, app policies and troubleshooting. Microsoft Defender – experience of managing and using different Microsoft defender suites. Advanced knowledge of IT infrastructure management Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Scripting, PowerShell, Exchange, and Virtualisation. E-Mail gateways – creating policies and troubleshooting issues, preferably with experience of using Mimecast. Networks, Firewalls (Palo Alto), WAN, LAN, telephony, and mobile communications. Testing, troubleshooting, and modifying systems to ensure they operate effectively. Proven experience providing internal IT support, Help Desk systems and effective Customer Service. Patching and vulnerability management systems such as Tenable or Qualys. Knowledge of Cyber Security issues and technologies. Proven experience in system/software/ cloud support including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and identifying issues. Education Has the appropriate level of education or professional IT / operations / industry related qualifications. Microsoft Certifications or working towards Microsoft Certifications. Other information The job holder would benefit from possessing a full driving licence. HCUK employees are currently hybrid working [mixture of home / office]. The role will be based at HCUK’s head office in Reigate, Surrey. WHAT WE OFFER Remuneration Package Competitive basic salary in line with experience Eligible for annual bonus, up to 15% 27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays, and option to take part in flexible holiday scheme Pension with generous contributions of up to 12.5% from HCUK, depending on your own contribution Eligible for a voluntary benefits allowance of £500 per annum payable as cash or otherwise used as a benefit available on the benefit suite Benefits supporting you and the family, such as death in service benefit, income protection Voluntary healthcare benefits at discounted rates such as private medical insurance for family, dental insurance, health care cash plan and health assessments Employee assistance programme Enhanced family friendly policies Flexible working opportunities Employee car scheme available for friends and family