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Supplier EcoSystem Services - Global Software Licensing Specialist - Senior Associate. EY Technology has always been at the heart of what we do and deliver at EY. We need technology to keep an organization the size of ours working efficiently. We have 250,000 people in more than 140 countries, all of whom rely on secure technology to be able to do their job every single day. Everything from the laptops we use, to the ability to work remotely on our mobile devices and connecting our people and our clients, to enabling hundreds of internal tools and external solutions delivered to our clients. Technology solutions are integrated in the client services we deliver and is key to us being more innovative as an organization.

Software Asset Management at EY is part of the above Supplier Ecosystem Services (SES) team, accountable for targeted optimisation of complex, high value software contracts which underpin our business. Our services are provided to EY service lines, CT, ET and Infosec, in the form of advice, projects and ongoing services.

The opportunity

The Supplier EcoSystem Services (SES) maintains a global Software Asset Management (SAM) team accountable for targeted optimization of complex, high value software contracts which underpin our business. Many of EY’s key client offerings leverage complex software contracts. As well as traditional perpetual licensing with maintenance, you will be involved with a wide variety of cloud subscription services (Azure and many others), complex infrastructure licensing scenarios, client integrated licensing assessments, usage tracking activities and more.

Your key responsibilities

1. You will assist in the delivery and management of all aspects of Software License Management, such as governance design, process definition, discovery, usage tracking, reporting, audit response, compliance validation, renewal, cost recovery modelling.
2. You will work closely with the Finance team to influence internal chargeback design and administration and collaborate to provide appropriate license spend forecasts.
3. You will assist with the software License Position assessment and development as part of a team of an Effective License Position & 12 Month Renewal Plan for a considerable number of software contracts.
4. Identifying cost savings and optimization opportunities for various software vendors.

Skills and attributes for success

1. 3+ years of proven experience in License Management working in large corporate environment.
2. Proven abilities to manage server software licensing models and product use rights across major software vendors.
3. Experience in working with high-value software contracts with vendors such as Microsoft, IBM, Adobe and Oracle.
4. Experience working with IT asset management systems and IT asset discovery technologies.
5. Solid experience in contract negotiation and management.
6. Some experience in Cloud consumption management, ability to identify cost saving opportunities and optimization.
7. Enough technical understanding to support all licensing models.

Ideally, you’ll also have

1. Recognized professional qualifications such as: ITILv3; CITAM; CSAM.
2. At least three years’ experience in the delivery of Software License reviews/audits.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.