IT Assets & Connectivity Coordinator

Places for People; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday

Healthcare cashback

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Training & development

Recognition programmes

Life Assurance

Gym membership

Job summary

Places for People is looking for an Asset & Connectivity Administrator in Preston. You will manage IT hardware, software licences, and asset records throughout their lifecycle, supporting procurement, disposal and licence compliance.

You’ll work with IT security and other teams to improve processes and reduce costs. Based in Preston five days a week, the role also provides first-line support for connectivity incidents and generates reports for stakeholders to drive better decision-making within

Qualifications

• Experience in IT asset management or related IT operations.
• Experience using IT asset management tools or software to maintain asset records.
• Knowledge of software licensing, audits or compliance requirements.
• Experience maintaining inventories and producing asset, compliance or cost reports.
• Experience providing first-line support or troubleshooting IT connectivity incidents.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT hardware lifecycle and asset records across locations.
• Support procurement and responsible disposal of assets.
• Monitor software licences and ensure compliance across systems.
• Produce stakeholder reports on assets, costs and compliance.
• Provide first-line support for connectivity incidents and coordinate with IT teams.

Skills

IT asset management

Asset records tooling

Software licensing

Inventory reporting

IT connectivity support

Job description

As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we move lives forward every day by building, managing and supporting thriving Communities. From new homes, social housing and student accommodation to leisure, education and Community initiatives, our work makes a positive difference to millions of People across the UK. And that takes People who care about doing the right thing. People who are ambitious, ready to grow and motivated to make a difference through the work they do.

We're looking for Colleagues who bring energy, curiosity and ownership. People who enjoy being challenged, support those around them and want to keep raising the bar. Because when we perform at our best, we create more opportunities to invest in our Customers, our Communities and each other.

Experience matters, but it's only part of the story. If you share our values and want to build a career where your work has real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

More about your role

As our Asset & Connectivity Administrator, you will help manage our IT hardware, software, licences and peripherals throughout their lifecycle. You will maintain accurate asset records, track usage and location, support procurement and responsible disposal, monitor software licence compliance and produce reports for stakeholders. You will also work with IT security and other teams to improve processes, reduce costs and provide first-line support for connectivity incidents.

This role is based in Preston 5 days a week.

At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.

Essential criteria

• Previous experience in IT asset management or a related IT operations role.
• Experience using IT asset management tools or software to maintain and track asset records.
• Practical knowledge of software licensing, audits or compliance requirements.
• Experience maintaining accurate inventories and producing asset, compliance or cost reports.
• Experience providing first-line support or troubleshooting IT connectivity incidents.

More about you

You will be organised and analytical, with a strong focus on accuracy and effective problem-solving. You will be comfortable working across teams and managing detailed records, while balancing security, compliance, cost and operational requirements. Knowledge of IT procurement, contract negotiation, data protection or ITIL would be beneficial, but it is not essential. No criminal record check is required for this role.

What you'll get

We know rewarding work deserves rewarding benefits. That's why, alongside a competitive salary, you'll have access to a package designed to support you at work and beyond.

You will receive:

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2%
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days
• Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases
• Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities
• Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Free membership to Places Gyms
• Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence