Central and Western District, Central and Western District
remote
Permanent
38000 - 60000HKD / Monthly
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p><strong>We are seeking an experienced and proactive Helpdesk / Desktop Support Engineer to provide dedicated, white-glove technical support for the Asset Management & Investment Floor of our insurance firm. This role requires high-touch service delivery, rapid issue resolution, and a solid technical foundation across hardware, operating systems, financial market data applications, and network connectivity.</strong></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate thrives in time-sensitive portfolio management and investment operations environments, ensuring maximum system uptime, regulatory compliance, and seamless daily operational execution.</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The Role</strong></span></p><ul><li><strong>Insurance Front-Office Support: Deliver white-glove technical support to Portfolio Managers, Investment Analysts, Traders, Actuaries, and Senior Executives across the insurance asset management floor.</strong></li><li><strong>Incident & Request Management: Receive, prioritize, log, and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 incidents via phone, chat, ticketing system, and hands-on desk-side assistance.</strong></li><li><strong>Market Data & Investment App Support: Troubleshoot, install, and configure market data terminals and financial software (e.g., Bloomberg Professional, FactSet, Refinitiv Eikon/Workspace, Morningstar, Order Management Systems).</strong></li><li><strong>Hardware & Desktop Provisioning: Set up, configure, deploy, and maintain desktop PCs, multi-monitor trading/analytics setups, laptops, docking stations, IP phones, and mobile devices (iOS/Android).</strong></li><li><strong>OS & Application Troubleshooting: Diagnose issues across Windows 10/11, macOS, Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, heavy Excel modeling/add-ins), virtual desktop environments (Citrix/VDI), and VPN tools.</strong></li><li><strong>Joiners, Movers, & Leavers (JML): Execute user provisioning, access control requests, equipment setup, and account deactivations following insurance compliance, data privacy, and security guidelines.</strong></li><li><strong>Basic Network & Telecom Diagnostics: Verify LAN/Wi-Fi connections, troubleshoot voice/turret systems, and escalate network or server anomalies to Tier 3 infrastructure teams.</strong></li><li><strong>Asset Tracking & Vendor Coordination: Maintain accurate IT inventory logs, coordinate repair/warranty services with external hardware vendors, and manage spare parts stock.</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Your Profile</strong></span></p><ul><li><strong>Education: Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.</strong></li><li><strong>Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of desktop support / helpdesk experience within Insurance Investment Operations, Financial Services, Asset Management, or Investment Banking.</strong></li><li><strong>Financial Software Knowledge: Direct experience supporting Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv Eikon, or insurance asset management/analytics tools and Excel add-ins is highly desirable.</strong></li><li><strong>Technical Proficiency:</strong></li><ul><li><strong>Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and Exchange Online administration.</strong></li><li><strong>Windows 10/11, macOS, M365 Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams).</strong></li><li><strong>Remote desktop utilities, VPN clients, Citrix/VDI environments.</strong></li><li><strong>Basic network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, LAN/WAN troubleshooting).</strong></li></ul><li><strong>Certifications (Advantageous): Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, ITIL Foundation, CompTIA A+ / Network+.</strong></li><li><strong>Language Skills: Excellent spoken and written English and Cantonese (Mandarin is a plus).</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Soft Skills & Competencies</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Sense of Urgency: Ability to stay calm, professional, and decisive under time-sensitive, high-value investment operations conditions.</strong></li><li><strong>Client-Centric Mindset: Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer-service orientation for high-touch internal clients.</strong></li><li><strong>Analytical Problem Solving: Quick diagnostic ability to isolate root causes and apply workaround solutions promptly.</strong></li><li><strong>Insurance & Regulatory Awareness: Strict adherence to data privacy, insurance compliance standards, audit requirements, and internal IT governance.</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today </span></strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. 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