IT Asset Manager

ARM; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist talent acquisition consultancy in the UK is seeking an IT Asset Manager to oversee the lifecycle of IT assets. Responsibilities include implementing an IT asset management strategy, leading a team, ensuring compliance, and optimizing asset usage. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of managerial experience in IT asset management, relevant certifications, and strong project management skills. This role offers an opportunity to work in a complex, regulated environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity for ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT Asset Management managerial role.
• Experience managing assets in complex environments.
• Proficiency in IT asset inventory management tools.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement IT asset management strategy.
• Lead a team to define and manage IT asset processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

IT asset management experience

IT asset management certifications (CHAMP, CSAM, CITAM)

Project management and execution skills

Financial principles and budgeting knowledge

Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks (ITIL)

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

IT Asset Manager

Reading

Paying up to 108p/h (InsideIR35)

Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable

Overview

The IT Asset Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the lifecycle of all IT assets, encompassing hardware, software, and configuration management. This includes the development and implementation of a comprehensive IT asset management strategy aligned with organisational policies and standards

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Oversee the execution of IT hardware, software, and configuration processes in partnership with relevant Joint Venture functions and Digital Information teams, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, and disposal.
• Manage periodic audits of IT assets to ensure the accuracy of the IT asset inventory and comply with any organisational and/or vendor requirements.
• Ensure that the IT asset lifecycle is compliant with organisational standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Lead with the IT Asset Management team to optimise the usage and distribution of IT assets based on business requirements, cost, waste reduction/sustainability targets, and other factors.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance IT hardware asset management processes, tools, and systems.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrable experience in IT asset management, preferably demonstrated through 5+ years in an IT Asset Management managerial role.
• Relevant IT Asset Management certifications (e.g., CHAMP, CSAM, CITAM)
• Proven experience in defining and embedding new and/or evolved IT asset management policies, processes, and protocols
• Experience in managing IT assets in a complex, international, and regulated organisation (e.g., Aerospace and Defence).
• Proficiency in IT asset inventory management tools and systems to manage various assets throughout their lifecycle (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Highly adept in planning and executing projects related to IT asset procurement, upgrades, or deployments.
• Good understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and cost optimisation, and their implications for effective IT asset management.
• Good, practical knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks and methodologies, including but not limited to ITIL v3/4 (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and its core processes (e.g., Incident, Problem, Change).

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.