Service Desk Team Lead

Job Description: DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world’s most complex technology estates. Learn more on Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Service Desk Team Lead with strong technical and operational expertise to oversee L1 support operations. The role is responsible for managing a team of Service Desk Agents, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and service requests, and delivering high-quality customer experience aligned with organizational SLAs and ITIL processes. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary escalation point for all critical and high-priority IT incidents. Lead and manage Service Desk (L1) operations across calls, emails, chat, and ticketing platforms. Monitor, manage, and ensure adherence to SLA/OLA targets (response, resolution, backlog). Oversee ticket logging, classification, prioritization, and triaging in tools such as ServiceNow. Manage workload distribution , ensuring optimal utilization of team members. Drive incident resolution and service request fulfilment , ensuring high customer satisfaction. Collaborate with L2/L3 support teams for timely escalation and resolution. Conduct regular team reviews, coaching, and performance management . Ensure proper documentation of incidents, resolutions, and knowledge articles . Analyse trends, identify recurring issues, and drive continuous service improvement initiatives . Manage shift rosters and resource planning in a 24x7 environment. Ensure compliance with ITIL processes, audit, security, and operational standards . Provide MIS reports, dashboards, and service insights to stakeholders and leadership. Required Skills & Competencies Technical Skills Strong knowledge of: Windows OS / Mac OS Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Office applications) Active Directory & user administration Networking basics (VPN, LAN/Wi-Fi, DNS) Experience with ITSM tools (ServiceNow preferred) Good understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Request, Problem, Change) Leadership & Functional Skills Strong team management and leadership capability Experience in SLA management and service delivery governance Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage high-volume ticket environments Strong analytical and decision-making skills Experience & Qualifications 5–7 years of experience in IT Service Desk / Technical Support Minimum 2 years in a Lead / Supervisory role Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (preferred) ITIL Foundation certification (preferred/mandatory based on policy) Behavioral Expectations Strong customer-first mindset High ownership, accountability, and leadership presence Ability to work under pressure and handle critical incidents Strong team collaboration and mentoring approach Focus on continuous improvement and service excellence Why Consider This Opportunity? This role provides the opportunity to: Shape high visibility transformation engagements Drive influence across key solution areas including Cloud, Data, AI, and ServiceNow Build deeper relationships with customers, account teams, and practice leadership Contribute directly to practice growth, capability uplift, and strategic direction Advance your consulting career in a role with both delivery and growth responsibilities Our culture and benefits : DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training, and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include. Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC University DXC Recognition, our global virtual platform that fosters a culture of appreciation and celebration with real-time reward and recognition We know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC More time to do the things you love with flexible leave options, including purchased leave Take time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer days Well-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your family. How to apply & our commitment to you in return : If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume. In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time. Interviews and onboarding are conducted online, as part of us being a virtual-first company. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. 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