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What is the Consumer Support Front Office team responsible for?
Our Consumer Support Front Office team provides technology and functional support to internal clients for issues including hardware, operating systems, desktop/web applications, mobility, conferencing, and printing. Our goal is to increase enhance users’ experience through the ability to self-service and automate contacts, and support users in adopting new technologies. We are the primary customer interface with technology and are responsible for supporting all customer-facing technologies.
Provide desktop support for Franklin Templeton employees which includes addressing technical issues, requests, and support of the IT Infrastructure.
Provide on-site technical support and customer service for the Stamford, CT and Lincoln, MA offices; support and maintain effective relationships regarding operating systems, applications, mobile devices, new technologies, and communications infrastructure
Build customer relationships with senior level employees and administrative support teams in the office
Address technical issues in a timely manner and provide concise and timely updates
Address issues that arise within the Stamford and Lincoln offices and tickets routed from the service desk; includes travel between offices
Coordinate, set up, and support technologies used in Conference Rooms
Provide Audio Visual Support for internal meetings
Provide support for trading and investment management technologies
The primary value is to provide quick and efficient resolution while minimizing disruption to the customer
Actively participate in team meetings
Ordering and maintaining inventory of IT assets
Project work related to acquisitions and integration of companies
Coordinate and support office moves and user restacks
Be an active advocate for the customer within IT and with outside technical groups
Escalate issues to the appropriate teams and drive to closure
Manage the ticketing queues to ensure issues are prioritized and actioned
Availability to provide support outside business hours
What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
Minimum of 4 years in a similar fast paced and dynamic environment in a desktop support role
Reliable transportation – mileage will be reimbursed
Highly proficient in supporting Windows 10, Windows 11, Office 365, iOS and Mobile Technologies
Excellent skills and abilities in organization, planning, multi-tasking and flexibility
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to actively participate as part of a team as well as work independently
Strong service delivery and customer management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting multiple facets of the business in a corporate environment
Experience using ServiceNow Ticketing system
This position requires 4 days per week onsite in our Stamford, CT office and 1 day per week in our Lincoln, MA office.
Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $75,000 and $90,000.
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Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights of our benefits include:
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
Onsite cafeteria*
*Only applicable at certain locations
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.