IT Networking Apprentice - QA : Job Details

Employer description: Smarkets is a betting exchange for sports and political trading that has handled over £29 billion in volume since 2010. Our company mission is to fix the betting industry with the best products and best prices.

Overview: Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our betting trading technology landscape.

As part of the people team, we are looking for an IT support engineer able to support our teams in our different offices. You will have the opportunity to grow in Smarkets as we expand and onboard new functions. Your input will be crucial in shaping the role, defining its direction, and automating processes where possible. We're looking for someone eager to learn and play a significant role in supporting our teams.

Salary: £25,000 per annum.

Responsibilities: 

• Offer technical assistance for internal systems across all offices
• Diagnose, identify, research, and proactively resolve technical issues
• Set up and configure Mac and dell hardware, operating systems, and applications
• Configure network, devices, printers, and conference systems

Role Requirements:

• Good Windows, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPO modelling
• Good networking experience (LAN/WAN/VLANs Firewalls)
• Experience supporting Microsoft Server and Desktop operating systems
• Experience with PowerShell and other common scripting languages
• Basic knowledge of Virtualisation technologies and practices (VMware, Hyper V)

The successful candidate will be required to have the following personal skills:

• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly / the ability to work in a fast moving
• Excellent time management recording and management

Entry requirements:

• an A-Level in ICT
• OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 ICT
• OR an A-Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
• OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits)

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

Values:We offer a competitive salary package and benefits, along with a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Our values are at the heart of everything that we do which include: push to win, make others better, be a pro and bring the energy.

We believe these are the fundamentals to ensure we are delivering what’s expected of us in the best way possible for ourselves and for those around us.

Your work with us will make an impact and your voice will be heard. We are a diverse team with a strong work ethic and plenty of hunger to win. We have designed our benefits offering around Health, Wealth, Lifestyle and Development.

Benefits include:

• Stock options which vests over 4 years.
• Pension scheme - An impressive pension scheme via Aviva. We will match 6% if you choose the same.
• Health insurance.
• Fresh fruit and snacks provided in the office everyday! (tea, coffee, soft drinks also included)
• We’re a member of a cycle to work scheme.
• We want to continue to invest in all our employees and do so by providing a £1000 yearly education budget that can be used on courses, conferences, books or training.25 days paid holiday + bank holidays to enjoy - you have the choice to carry over 5 days to the next year!
• Flexible working - we want to provide a hybrid model approach to working and provide you with 2 days a week working from home.
• 20 days a year of globally working - we provide the ability to work from anywhere in the world for up to 20 days a year.
• We will provide you lunch everyday in the office - you don’t need to worry about feeding your belly as we have it sorted with top quality food served by our in-house Chef Alex!

Future prospects:90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

Important information: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. Apply now!