James Clarke

Head of Application Support at PeoplePlus UK

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

About

I'm proud to serve as Head of Application Support at PeoplePlus. With a robust background in technical system troubleshooting and team leadership, I'm dedicated to enhancing user experiences and optimizing application performance. ๐Ÿ”ง Tech Enthusiast: With over 10 years in the tech industry, I've honed my skills in diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues. From software bugs to integration challenges, I'm well-versed in navigating the digital terrain. ๐Ÿค Collaboration Advocate: I firmly believe that the best solutions emerge through collaborative efforts. By fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge-sharing, I've consistently driven my teams towards achieving results. ๐ŸŽฏ Client-Centric Approach: Clients are at the heart of every successful business, whether internally of externally. I'm committed to not only addressing their immediate concerns but also proactively identifying opportunities to enhance their overall experience. ๐Ÿš€ Process Optimization: Efficiency is the cornerstone of effective support. I've implemented streamlined processes and workflows that minimize downtime, reduce response times, and maximize resource utilization. Change is my comfort zone. I thrive in this fast-paced environment, upgrading systems, and embracing new tools. ๐ŸŒ Adaptability and Growth: In the ever-evolving tech landscape, staying ahead is imperative. I embrace change, lead system upgrades, and continuously seek out opportunities for professional growth. Why PeoplePlus: Working at PeoplePlus has been a fulfilling journey. Their commitment to their core values resonates deeply with me and how I work and manage a team. Taking ownership of issues, maintaining high ethical standards, always looking to improve and adapt to the market as we find it, and ensuring that the customer is always our main proirity. I've worked with some fantastic people, and have made a lot of friends along the way. I hope to continue that growth in the future.

Experience

  • PeoplePlus UK (8 yrs 2 mos)
    • Head of Application Support
      Jun 2025 - Present ยท 1 yr 1 mo

    • Application Support Manager
      Dec 2019 - Jul 2025 ยท 5 yrs 8 mos

    • Support Analyst
      May 2018 - Dec 2019 ยท 1 yr 8 mos

  • learndirect apprenticeships (LDA) Ltd (Sheffield, United Kingdom)
    • Support Analyst
      May 2018 - Jul 2018 ยท 3 mos

    • Senior operations support
      Jan 2018 - Jul 2018 ยท 7 mos

  • Administrator at learndirect Limited
    Apr 2013 - Dec 2017 ยท 4 yrs 9 mos