Senior Product Support Analyst

At Essex Digital Service, we’re strengthening our IT Operations capability to support complex, business-critical needs, and we’re looking for Senior Product Support Analysts that will sit alongside our Operations Team, to play a key role in that shift. These roles will act as subject matter experts for more advanced incidents, non-standard requests, and specialist solutions that enable our organisation to operate effectively. You’ll take ownership of more complex and nuanced support demands, including bespoke software requests, Assistive Technology and Access to Work solutions, and cases that fall outside standard service models. Working closely with service desk, infrastructure, suppliers and product teams, you’ll provide deep technical expertise, problem-solving capability and a proactive approach to ensuring sustainable, user-focused outcomes, not just quick fixes. This is an opportunity to shape how we deliver high-quality, responsive IT support across Essex. We’re looking for people who are comfortable in the space of complex IT Operations, who can navigate ambiguity, influence solutions, and continuously improve how we manage specialist and non-standard demand, helping us move towards a more proactive, insight-led support model. Experience the best of both worlds with our flexible hybrid working arrangements. You’ll enjoy the freedom to work from home while still benefiting from in‑person collaboration at our Chelmsford office, typically around 2–3 days per month depending on business need. Key Responsibilities: Lead the resolution of incidents and service requests for key business applications, ensuring minimal disruption and high service availability. Plan and review application support services to meet business needs and drive continuous improvement. Manage supplier relationships and contracts to ensure service levels are met and upgrades are supported effectively. Schedule and oversee the work of product support staff, ensuring adherence to standards, documentation, and configuration procedures. Monitor and manage support requests, keeping users informed and ensuring timely resolution. Lead the implementation of software upgrades and releases, including contingency planning and supplier coordination. Ensure application projects and upgrades integrate effectively with existing systems and infrastructure. Configure and optimise application software to maximise functionality and performance. Work with business users to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency through better use of applications. Investigate software failures, analyse logs, and liaise with suppliers to resolve issues and prevent recurrence. Provide guidance on application security, licensing, backups, and disaster recovery. Develop and enhance SSRS and SQL-based reports across ECC systems, ensuring they are well-designed and reusable. The Experience You Will Bring: Educated to A Level and qualified to Level 5 or 6 in Digital Application Support, or equivalent experience. Proven experience in a product support role, ideally within a large local authority or public sector organisation. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences. Excellent customer service and stakeholder engagement skills. Good understanding of service standards and agile delivery principles. Experience working in effective teams and applying creative thinking to solve complex issues. Skilled in investigating root causes, evaluating options, and resolving a broad range of technical challenges. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with technical and business change. To read more about our business area, please visit: Corporate Services Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In March 2026, the Government announced that councils in Greater Essex will be reorganised into five new unitary authorities from April 2028. In addition to this, Greater Essex has been accepted on to the devolution priority programme, where we will work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority. You can read more about these changes, and what this may mean for this role, on our careers site . Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. 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