About the role

Role overview
Remote Recruitment is hiring an IT Helpdesk Agent to support the staff of a UK-based employer as part of a fully remote team. You will be the first point of contact for technical issues, helping people get back to work quickly and calmly. This is a 100% remote role for South African talent, working UK business hours (09:00–17:00 UK time / 11:00–19:00 SAST).
Key responsibilities
Respond to first-line IT support requests by chat, email and phone
Troubleshoot common hardware, software and account issues
Log tickets and track them through to resolution
Guide users through fixes in clear, plain language
Escalate complex problems to senior engineers
What you'll need
Experience with IT support or helpdesk work
Familiarity with Windows, Microsoft 365 and ticketing tools
Patience and clear communication with non-technical users
Good written and spoken English
A quiet home workspace with reliable internet
What's on offer
A salary of R16,000–R20,000 per month, fully remote work, and a team that supports your development. Remote Recruitment helps skilled South Africans build long-term careers with UK employers from home.
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Role

Technology & IT Human Resources Remote Collaboration Helpdesk Agent Technology remote

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Tell us about work you have done that is close to the IT Helpdesk Agent role.
How would you approach your first 30 days at Remote Recruitment?
Which of Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Helpdesk have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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A recent example that proves your experience with Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Helpdesk.
One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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What would success look like in the first 90 days?
What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
What does a normal working week look like for this role?

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I am interested in the IT Helpdesk Agent role because I can bring practical experience in Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Helpdesk, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Remote Recruitment needs from this hire.

IT Helpdesk Agent

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