Job Title: Japanese Speaking IT Helpdesk Engineer

Status: Permanent
Hours: 8:00am - 16:00pm/9:00am - 17:00pm/ Monday to Friday. *office based 5 days a week
Salary: maximum £35,000 per annum + travel expense up to Zone 6
Location: London

GlobaI IT company is looking for a IT Helpdesk Engineer.

Japanese Speaking IT Helpdesk Engineer - Principal Accountabilities

• Provide 1st and 2nd level troubleshooting and support via email, phone, remote access, onsite visits, and chat tools.
• Manage cases using IT support ticket systems and ensure timely resolution.
• Liaise with vendors until case closure.
• Perform IT administration and implementation in Windows Server environments and MS365 portal.
• Configure IT elements for day-to-day service delivery.
• Prepare and kit PCs, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Install software on PCs and mobile devices.
• Conduct proof-of-concept and acceptance testing.
• Develop and support workflow automation and applications using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Assist with pre-sales and post-sales activities related to helpdesk proposals.
• Plan and design enterprise IT environments.
• Manage project and service delivery schedules.
• Attend customer meetings and maintain strong relationships.
• Ensure secure operations and maintain a tidy environment.
• Document implementation and modifications.
• Prepare detailed reports for customers and management as required.
• Provide temporary or long-term onsite support when necessary.
• Occasional international travel and early shift coverage or out-of-hours support may be required.
• Perform ad hoc tasks assigned by the line manager.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Key Competencies

• Proven customer service experience.
• Familiarity with PC hardware and mobile devices.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and MS365 administration.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI). MS PL-400 certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows 11, Windows Server, MS Office, and antivirus software.
• Certifications in PC, server, network, and ITIL are advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure) and networking (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Business-level written and verbal communication skills in English and Japanese.
• Strong documentation skills (meeting minutes, work procedures, reports).
• Excellent time management, reliability, and customer-focused mindset.

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