IT Support & System Lead
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The Role:
Permanent role : (20 hours per week)
Location: Hackney
Our client, a fast-growing health-focused organisation based in London, is seeking a proactive and well-rounded IT Support & System Lead to lead their in-house tech support function. This is a hands-on role covering everything from IT infrastructure and cybersecurity to device provisioning, onboarding/offboarding, and managing cloud-based services (primarily Microsoft 365).
You'll be stepping in to replace an external provider and will play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly through expert support and smart IT solutions.
If you're a tech-savvy problem solver who enjoys working across multiple systems in a collaborative environment — we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Support and Operations – 40%
• Provide end-user IT support.
• Manage device provisioning, onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Monitor and support Windows/macOS laptops (limited to approved hardware)
• Maintain asset inventory and perform basic in-office troubleshooting
• Coordinate repairs for in-warranty devices
Cloud and Software Services – 30%
• Administer Microsoft 365 licenses and user accounts
• Provide first-line support for Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, etc.)
• Support mobile device management and remote staff in set up and installation (Intune)
• Manage anti-virus solutions (Bitdefender or Windows Defender)
• Support VPN/firewall
• Maintain cloud backup solutions (Acronis) and conduct test restores
Vendor and License Management – 10%
• Manage relationships with vendors for hardware/software procurement
• Track and renew software licenses as needed
• Maintain documentation for compliance and audit readiness
Customer Success & Strategic Planning – 10%
• Act as the primary point of contact for IT within the organization
• Advise leadership on future IT needs aligned with company growth
• Support ad hoc IT projects and onboarding of new systems
Documentation and Knowledge Sharing – 5%
• Establish and maintain an internal company wiki or IT knowledge base to document common procedures, troubleshooting steps, and onboarding/offboarding processes for staff and contractors.
Support Across Time Zones – 5%
• Provide remote IT support to overseas staff, ensuring timely resolution of issues across different time zones and adapting support workflows for a distributed team.
Skills & Qualifications:
• 8+ years in IT support/consulting or similar role in an SME/startup
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 ecosystem
• Previous experience in managing relationships with vendors in software/hardware procurement
• Familiarity with mobile device management tools (e.g., Intune, Time doctor)
• Experience with VPNs, endpoint protection, and cloud backup systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Hours and Benefits
- 10am to 2pm daily
- 27 days annual leave & birthday leave
- Private medical insurance
- Gym discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
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- Locations
- London
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Chapter 2
Chapter 2 are passionate about the evolution of recruitment and talent acquisition. We are loyal to our clients, company vision and each other - working together and supporting one another. We are united and relentless in our drive to deliver results for both our clients and ourselves. We are comfortable with uncomfortable conversations. Honesty and communication are the backbone of everything we do.
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