Service Desk Analyst

Hybrid role: Flexibility around you and the needs of the operation. However there is a requirement to be in the South East Hub in Horsham 3 days a week. It's important to us that you feel part of our team from the start. We like to keep in touch with regular check-ins and team meetings. There's always a teammate around for support or a quick chat. Are you ready to join our movement? Our recruitment journey - key dates for you to note Here's what the process looks like, no surprises, just a friendly guide:

• Application
You'll be assessed based on your your experience, skills, and potential. Don't worry if you don't tick every box - what really matters is what you can bring to the role and the team.
• Panel Interview
If your application is successful, you'll be invited to a panel interview with the Hiring Manager. This is a chance to:
• Share more about what you've done and what you're proud of
• We encourage you to ask questions about the role, the team, and the impact you could make. Interviews are a two-way conversation, and we recognise that any career move needs to feel right for you as well as for us.
• Show off your skills and behaviours in a relaxed, supportive setting
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know - we're happy to support you. We think this role is going to be popular and are expecting to attract high interest, so we strongly encourage early applications to avoid missing out. The deadline for applications will be 17th August 2026. What a day might look like for you A typical day on the RSPCA IT Service Desk is varied and fast-paced, providing first-line support to colleagues across the organisation. As a Google Workspace environment, the team supports core collaboration tools alongside business-critical animal welfare systems. Daily responsibilities include;
• Troubleshooting Windows laptops, Chromebooks, Chromeboxes, and Android devices.
• Preparing and deploying new hardware & software.
• Answering support calls, and managing requests and incidents through the ITSM platform.
• Working in line with ITIL principles.
• The Service Desk focuses on efficient Incident and Service Request Management, while maintaining a strong emphasis on Knowledge Management to deliver consistent support across more than 260 services in the Service Catalogue.
Working with a friendly team of Service Desk Analysts, you'll be providing effective and positive first and second line support to the Society's staff based across England and Wales. You'll be dealing with incoming calls to the IT Service Desk ensuring requests are processed, resolved and recorded accurately, making consistent and effective use of the IT call-logging software. What will help you succeed in this role: We think this is a great role and to add value we are seeking a match of these skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you.

Do you want to help create a better world for animals?,
• Technical qualification in Computer Systems and/or recognised IT qualification to Diploma level or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and experience of Business Information Technologies, including but not limited to PC hardware, MS and Chrome Operating Systems and programmes, wireless networking, LAN/WAN processes and remote worker solutions
• Demonstrable experience of IT Call Centre, IT Helpdesk, IT Service Desk or other IT telephone based service or customer support function.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical details to non-technical customers
• Valid driving licence
• Ability to undertake occasional travel to regional RSPCA locations and undertake overnight stays if required
• Experience of using Google Workspace and Chromebooks is desirable
• Attendance in our Horsham office 3 days per week
  
  At the RSPCA, we believe animal welfare is everyone's welfare. Join us in creating a better world for every animal. We can do it if we work together - everyone for every animal. Choose a career with us and make a difference.
  
  Professional development
35 hour working week (full time) 25 days holiday Family friendly policies Pension scheme Healthcare cash plan Employee Assistance Programme Occupational sick pay Life assurance Dog friendly policies Cycle to work scheme Discount schemes