IT Systems Administrator

Salary: £35,000 - 38,000 per year

• Background in IT, Information Systems, Applied Networking, or System Administration
• Experience with Windows 10/11, VMware, and Microsoft Exchange
• Hands‑on hardware experience – able to troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, and other endpoint devices
• Experience working in SME environments and supporting a variety of IT systems
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A car for occasional travel between sites

• Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support via the IT Service Desk for end users across physical and virtualised (VMware) environments
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server 2012 R2 to 2025 and Windows 11 desktops
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access via Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange
• Configure and maintain hardware and software, including desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices
• Support enterprise messaging and unified communications systems (Microsoft Exchange & Mitel)
• Travel occasionally between sites and provide remote support as required
• Provide cover for the Business Systems Manager, including out‑of‑hours support when needed
• Maintain documentation, adhere to ISO standards, and ensure compliance with health and safety and company policies

• Active Directory
• Hardware
• Support
• Mobile
• VMware
• Windows

We are a well-established organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for an IT professional to join our collaborative and supportive team. In this role, you will take ownership of a varied and hands‑on IT environment, providing 1st and 2nd line support across a range of systems and devices. We offer a competitive salary of £35-38k along with benefits. Our IT team is supportive and growing, providing exposure to a wide range of IT systems, hardware, and enterprise applications.

This position is based in Essex.