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Helpdesk Team Leader (UKSV)

Job details
Posting date: 24 February 2026
Salary: £29,727 to £31,518 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 March 2026
Location: Glasgow
Company: Government Recruitment Service
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 450278/1

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Summary

point of contact and the voice for UKSV - you will be responsible for assisting our customers and applicants with a range of vetting queries (c.20
enquiry lines) over a variety of different channels and be our first point of contact for any customer complex queries. You will be monitoring
real-time demand and reporting performance data. You will also act as Team Leader to a team of advisors, monitoring performance and
productivity, handling any initial customer escalations and providing line management support.

As a Helpdesk Team Leader, the key requirements of your role will include:

● Be the face of UKSV and first point of contact resolution for UKSV customers through all access channels for all enquiries - providing
professional advice and assistance relating to the delivery of UKSV services

● Process high volumes of customer enquiries via telephone, email and digital channels, without compromising quality

● Manage a team of AO Helpdesk Agents, overseeing performance / productivity and providing line management support

● Problem-solve and achieve positive outcomes for customers in a timely manner

● Manage and report on all intraday performance stats

● Consistently deliver to customer service Key Performance Indicator targets and service standard targets, taking a proactive and positive
approach to Customer Care and ensuring satisfaction

● Carry out all administration and coaching functions relative to customer services effectively and within agreed service standards. Promote
and maintain excellent customer relationships, adopting a customer focussed approach at all times.

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