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<p><strong>Upgrade Coordinator – Windows 11 Programme</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Southampton, UK (Highfield Campus, with occasional travel to other campuses)</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full-time, Fixed Term (12 months)</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £31,236 – £35,608 per annum</p><p>About the Role</p><p>Our client is seeking a proactive and highly organised Upgrade Coordinator to support the delivery of a University-wide Windows 11 upgrade project. This is a key role within the Customer Experience team, combining project coordination, customer engagement, and administrative support.</p><p>The Upgrade Coordinator will ensure the smooth rollout of compatible laptops and desktops across staff and lab environments, liaising directly with end-users, planning workloads for technicians, and maintaining accurate records.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Arrange and schedule laptop and desktop replacements, ensuring minimal disruption to staff.</li><li>Coordinate daily workloads for the technical upgrade team.</li><li>Produce reports and updates for stakeholders.</li><li>Liaise with asset management to ensure availability of equipment.</li><li>Maintain accurate records in ServiceNow and manage customer follow-up.</li><li>Suggest improvements for processes and service delivery.</li></ul><p>Candidate Profile</p><p>The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Strong organisational and coordination skills.</li><li>Experience in an administrative or IT support coordination role.</li><li>Confidence using IT systems and software applications.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly.</li><li>Experience in producing reports and summarising data.</li><li>A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving.</li></ul><p>Benefits</p><ul><li>Defined benefit pension scheme.</li><li>Generous holiday allowance (20+ days, plus public holidays).</li><li>Enhanced parental leave.</li><li>Access to wellbeing support and staff development opportunities.</li></ul><p>Key Information</p><ul><li><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 23:59 on Wednesday 10 September 2025</li></ul><p><br></p>

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