IT Support Specialist for owned stores across Switzerland - Zurich, Switzerland
Key information
- Publication date:14 November 2024
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:German (Fluent), French (Intermediate), English (Intermediate)
- Place of work:Zürich
Are you ready to be a crucial part of Western Union's Global IT support team, providing top-notch technical assistance to over 14 owned stores across Switzerland? We are looking for a skilled IT Support Specialist to join our team, ensuring that our stores operate seamlessly and providing essential support for front-line associates (FLAs) with both in-person and remote assistance.
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Job description:
- Comprehensive IT Support: Provide Level 1 support, diagnosing and resolving issues for Microsoft Windows-based workstations, printers, scanners, card terminals, and other hardware.
- Network & Connectivity Management: Oversee network, internet, phone, and alarm systems, and act as the escalation point for telecommunications issues.
- Ongoing Store Support: Offer ongoing remote and on-site support as needed, addressing daily IT issues, software updates, browser support, and account access through Okta.
- Help Desk Assistance: Serve as the primary help desk and escalation contact for Concept Stores across Switzerland, handling ticket management, WUPOS certificates, and troubleshooting for currency exchange software.
- Scheduled Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance, monitor operations, and resolve server, storage, and network device issues.
- Asset & Inventory Management: Track hardware shipments, maintain stock levels, and keep an updated inventory of IT assets and software licenses in Switzerland.
- Collaboration with External Providers: Liaise with external IT solution providers to coordinate comprehensive solutions and ensure service continuity.
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.
- Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Saturday on a flexible schedule.
- Store opening hours: Monday to Friday: 9AM-7PM; Saturday: 10AM to 3PM.
Required profile:
- Technical Expertise: 2-3 years of experience supporting Windows 10/11 in an enterprise environment, with proficiency in remote support tools and Active Directory.
- Store Support Experience: Background in supporting customer transaction-related hardware and software in store environments is a plus.
- Communication: Fluent in German, French, and English with the ability to explain technical information in a clear, simple way to non-technical team members.
- Mobility: Willingness to travel across Switzerland frequently, including occasional overnight stays (company covers approved travel costs).
- Strong Work Ethic: Solid problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage technical solutions under tight deadlines.
- Industry Experience: Prior experience in money transfer or financial services is an asset.
What we offer:
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your Switzerland specific benefits include:
- Annual Leave - 25 working days.
- Defined Contribution pension plan
- Accidental policy
- Sickness policy
- Global Travel Policy
- Global Employee Assistance Program