IT Asset Management Lead

Matchtech; Old Warren; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an IT Asset Management Lead for a 3-month contract based in Reading with hybrid working options. The role involves managing IT asset lifecycles, developing strategies for asset management, and leading a team of practitioners. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT asset management, strong leadership skills, and proficiency with inventory management tools. This position offers an hourly rate of £107 and requires effective communication skills and project planning abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT asset management, preferably in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in defining and embedding IT asset management policies and processes.
• Proficiency in IT asset inventory management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT Asset Management strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define IT Asset Management policies.
• Oversee procurement, deployment, and disposal of IT assets.

Skills

IT asset management experience

Team leadership

Communication

Cost optimisation

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Location: Reading (hybrid working)

Duration: Initial 3-month contract

Rate: £107ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Our client, a renowned entity in the Defence & Security sector, is eager to appoint an IT Asset Management Lead on a contract basis in Reading. In this hybrid role, you will play a vital part in managing and overseeing the lifecycle of all IT assets, including hardware, software, and configuration management, ensuring adherence to organisational policies and standards.

Objectives

• Establish and implement a clear IT asset management strategy and roadmap.
• Lead a team of IT asset management practitioners to define, embed, and manage a robust set of IT asset management processes (and inventory).
• Optimise the usage and distribution of IT assets based on business requirements and goals, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
• Ensure that IT hardware assets are compliant with various regulatory requirements and organisational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy and roadmap.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to define and embed IT Asset Management policies and protocols.
• Overseeing procurement, deployment, maintenance, and disposal of IT assets.
• Maintaining a comprehensive inventory of all IT assets.
• Managing periodic audits to ensure asset inventory accuracy and compliance.
• Establishing governance forums and reporting to drive asset management accountability.
• Leading a team of IT Asset Management practitioners.
• Partnering with suppliers to manage IT hardware asset vendors.

What we are looking for

• Experience in IT asset management, preferably in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in defining and embedding IT asset management policies and processes.
• Experience managing IT assets in a complex, regulated organisation (e.g., Defence).
• Proficiency in IT asset inventory management tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Ability to plan and execute projects related to IT asset procurement and deployment.
• Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and cost optimisation.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in developing a small, collaborative team.
• Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks like ITIL.
• Excellent command of English for creating reports, documents, and providing feedback.

Desirable skills

• Experience with automating IT asset management processes.
• Experience negotiating and managing IT asset vendors.
• Understanding of IT architecture and key technology components.
• Relevant IT Asset Management certifications (e.g., CHAMP, CSAM, CITAM).

Interested? Apply today via the link provided