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Wavenet

UK managed IT services and cybersecurity

Service Desk Administrator

Full-TimePosted on 10/16/2026
$26.2k
Entry
Wakefield, UK
In PersonOffice-based; work at one of the employer’s offices is required.
IT OperationsIT Service Desk & End User Support

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in asset records and ticket updates.
  • Effective time management and prioritisation to manage workloads and meet service-level agreements and deadlines.
  • Confident use of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word, to support reporting, communication, and administration.
  • Clear written and verbal communication when dealing with customers, colleagues, and suppliers.
  • Teamwork and collaboration to support the wider Service Desk and contribute to a positive team environment.
  • Problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to identifying issues and resolving discrepancies.
  • Organisation skills to manage multiple tasks and requests efficiently.
  • Numeracy and literacy skills to support accurate reporting, data management, and professional communication.
  • A customer-focused approach to provide professional, responsive, and helpful service.
  • Applicants must have lived in the UK for five or more years to be eligible.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate, complete IT service management asset records for laptops, mobile phones, tablets, and peripherals.
  • Progress and resolve incidents and service requests within agreed service-level agreements through effective time management and prioritisation.
  • Log calls and requests clearly and accurately in the relevant systems to enable efficient handling and reporting.
  • Support data integrity for reporting and invoicing.
  • Provide administrative and operational support to the Service Desk.
  • Support incident and request management and work with internal teams and suppliers to meet agreed service levels.
  • Investigate issues and discrepancies and take ownership of resolving them.
  • Support the wider Service Desk and contribute to service performance.

About the company

Wavenet provides managed IT services to UK businesses and public sector bodies, focusing on cybersecurity, communications, connectivity, and cloud technology. Its products include a CREST & CHECK accredited cybersecurity division and a 24/7 UK Security Operations Centre, plus unified communications (VoIP and Microsoft Teams), reliable internet connectivity, and cloud infrastructure services that are offered as scalable, recurring solutions. The company differentiates itself with a broad, integrated portfolio under one partner, a UK-based security operations center, CREST credentials, and a history of growth through mergers that creates a large, capable team serving SMEs to NHS. Its goal is to help customers securely migrate, connect, and operate in the cloud with proactive managed IT and security services delivered through a single provider.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$99M

Headquarters

Solihull, United Kingdom

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 Shadow-Planner Alert expands incident communications beyond core MSP services.
  • July 2026 ColorTokens and BDO partnerships widen cyber-assurance and breach-containment revenue.
  • June 2026 Mitel healthcare recognition and multiple NHS contracts deepen vertical penetration.

What critics are saying

  • December 2025 Worldleaks breach exposed Wavenet’s internal files, damaging trust and renewal rates.
  • January 2025 post-Daisy integration triggered UK job cuts, signaling duplication and culture clashes.
  • Macquarie-backed consolidation leaves Wavenet dependent on flawless cross-sell execution; one stalled integration threatens the rollup thesis.

What makes Wavenet unique

  • January 2026 merger made Wavenet the UK’s largest independent MSP.
  • July 2026 NCSC Assured Service Provider status validates regulated cyber services.
  • September 2026 public-sector wins at NAO, HS2, and NHS prove procurement strength.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Wellness Program
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

45%

1 year growth

45%

2 year growth

45%
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