Manager - IT Helpdesk

About the TeamThe IT team at Navi ensures smooth day-to-day operations across the organization, and focuses on enhancing workplace experience. They manage office services, coordinate logistics, and handle administrative tasks to support stakeholders in achieving their objectives.About the RoleThe IT Helpdesk Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IThelpdesk function supporting multiple locations of Navi including Corporate and Regional/CityOffices ensuring that all IT-related issues and service requests are resolved efficiently. This role will lead a team of Helpdesk professionals, manage escalations, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through effective IT support. The manager will also work to optimize service delivery, establish key performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement of IT service processes.What We Expect From You1. Leadership & Team Management:● Manage and lead the IT helpdesk team, ensuring the team is adequately staffed and trainedto provide effective support.● Monitor helpdesk performance, set goals, and provide feedback to team members throughperformance reviews.● Identify skill gaps and arrange training and development for helpdesk staff.● Ensure adherence to company policies and IT best practices.2. Operations & Support:● Oversee the daily Help Desk operations, ensuring efficient ticket handling, resolution, andfollow-up on service requests and incidents.● Develop and enforce service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely resolution ofIT issues.● Manage escalations and work with other IT teams for issue resolution● Ensures helpdesk support is available for all necessary shifts3. Performance Monitoring & Reporting:● Track and analyze helpdesk performance metrics, such as first response times, resolutionrates, and customer satisfaction scores.● Generate periodic MIS reports on helpdesk activity, identifying trends and opportunities forimprovement.● Regularly review and improve processes to enhance efficiency and service quality.4. Technology & Tools:● Manage helpdesk software, including ITSM, ITAM, End-PointPatch Management and MDMtools and systems are up-to-date and meet the needs of the business. Evaluate andrecommend new tools and technologies to improve helpdesk operations.5. Customer Satisfaction:● Drive high customer satisfaction by ensuring timely, efficient, and courteous IT supportservices. Gather feedback from users to continuously improve helpdesk service and userexperience by organizing CSAT surveys● Collaboration & Communication:● Collaborate with other IT teams (networking, systems, applications) to resolve complexissues.● Provide regular updates on helpdesk performance, incidents, and improvementinitiatives.● Ensure clear communication with end-users regarding system updates, downtimes, andscheduled maintenance.Technical Skill Sets:1. IT Infrastructure and Systems Knowledge● Operating Systems: Expertise in Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems.● Networking Basics: Knowledge of networking concepts like TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, andfirewalls.● Hardware Management: In Depth understanding and Hands on experience of setting up AssetManagement solutions. Understanding of hardware components such as PCs, laptops, printers,and mobile devices.● Cloud Services: Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Adobe, Office 365 and itsmanagement2. Service Desk Tools and Technologies● ITSM Tools: Hands-on experience with service management tools such as ServiceNow,Manage Engine, Jira, or Zendesk.3. Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving● Issue Diagnosis: Ability to diagnose, analyze, and troubleshoot a wide range of hardware,software, and network issues.● Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Skill in identifying the underlying causes of recurringproblems● Networking Fundamentals● IP Addressing & Subnetting: Familiarity with IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, andsupernetting.● DHCP & DNS: Understanding Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol and Domain Name Systemoperations.● Security Protocols: Knowledge of security protocols (e.g., SSL, TLS, IPSec, VPNs).● Patch Management: Ensuring that all systems are updated with the latest patches andupdates to minimize vulnerabilities.● Wi-Fi Standards: Knowledge of wireless standards (e.g., 802.11n/ac/ax) and protocols.Must HavesEducation and Experience● Education: B. Tech in Information Technology/ Computer Science● 3-4 years of experience in IT support/helpdesk roles with at least 2-3 years in TeamLead capacity.● Proven experience in managing IT support teams and handling escalated technicalissues.Skills and Competencies● Strong team management skills.● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff andend-users.● Proficiency in helpdesk ticketing systems, ITIL frameworks, and incidentmanagement.● Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.● Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Certifications● ITIL Foundation certification, Project Management Certifications● CompTIA A+, Network+, or other relevant IT support certifications.Inside NaviWe are shaping the future of financial services for a billion Indians through productsthat are simple, accessible, and affordable. From Personal & Home Loans to