About Node4
We are a united force driven by a single ambition; to deliver faster transformation, lower cost, and truly differentiated outcomes - we do this by bringing together our AI Augmented MSP platform, hybrid sovereign cloud solutions, deep Microsoft expertise and the Node4 People
We are:
Nimble – We focus on what matters most, adapt fast and embrace change
Original – We think differently, stay curious and innovate
Driven – We are bold, bring energy and own the outcome
Engaged – We operate as one, building strong relationships
4 More – We always go further for our people, customers and partners
About the role
**This is a FTC role - 6 months initially with view to extend or make Permanent**
The Service Desk Team Leader is accountable for the leadership, performance, and day-to-day operational effectiveness of the Service Desk team. The role ensures the delivery of high-quality, customer-centric support services through effective people management, service control, process adherence, and continuous improvement. By balancing operational priorities with team development and service excellence, the role plays a key part in maintaining service stability, improving user experience, and driving ongoing maturity within the support function.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
Lead, motivate, and manage a team of Service Desk Analysts
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning
Drive team engagement, morale, and accountability
Support onboarding and training of new starters
Service Delivery & Operations
Ensure incidents and requests are managed within agreed SLAs/OLAs
Oversee daily operations, including queue management and workload balancing
Act as an escalation point for complex or high-impact incidents (P1/P2)
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Perform quality audits of cases
Ensure adherence to SOPs, processes, and documentation standards
Identify trends, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities
Drive shift-left initiatives and knowledge adoption (KCS/KFT practices)
Customer Experience
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction (CSAT/NPS)
Manage escalations professionally and proactively
Promote strong communication standards across the team
Reporting & Performance Management
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including:
SLA performance
First Time Fix (FTF) / First Contact Resolution (FCR)
Ticket backlog and ageing
Quality scores
Provide insights and recommendations to the Service Desk Manager
Process & Governance
Ensure ITIL-aligned processes are followed (Incident, Request, Problem, Change)
Maintain accurate documentation and knowledge base articles
Support audits, compliance, and governance requirements
What will you bring?
Proven experience in a Service Desk or IT Support environment
Previous leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and service management principles
Experience with ITSM tools (e.g. ServiceNow)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Desirable
ITIL Foundation (or higher) certification
Experience driving automation, AI, or knowledge management initiatives
Familiarity with reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel dashboards)
What can we offer you?
Hybrid Working
Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Program
25 days holidays plus your birthday off
Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days)
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance x 4
A diverse workforce
Employee investment with Node4 training Academy
Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal.
Discounted Gym Membership
Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas
Company Social events
Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit
Why join Node4?
Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide and beyond. From three people to a workforce of over 900. We believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard.
Node4 is the place to be if you are passionate about technology and providing exceptional service while developing your career within a welcoming and evolving company.
