SAM (Software Asset Management) Consultant

Version 1; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Software Asset Management Consultant to optimize software licensing compliance and cost efficiency for clients. The role involves conducting audits, advising on procurement, and implementing SAM frameworks in adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of licensing models, consulting experience to senior management, and expertise with SAM tools. The company offers flexible working, career progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share

Strong Career Progression & mentorship

Flexible / remote working

Pension and Private Healthcare

Employee Wellbeing schemes

Educational assistance

Reward schemes

Community initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of software licensing models and compliance requirements.
• Consulting experience to director / C-level.
• Experience with SAM tools such as Flexera and Snow.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software asset audits and manage license compliance.
• Advise clients on software procurement strategies.
• Develop and implement SAM frameworks aligned with standards.

Skills

Software licensing models knowledge

Analytical skills for license data

Stakeholder management

Pre-sales input leadership

Consulting experience to director level

Tools

Flexera

Snow

ServiceNow SAM Pro

Job description

This SAM (Software Asset Management) Consultant will be responsible for delivering expert guidance and operational support to optimis eager to optimise software licensing compliance and cost efficiency across client environments. This role ensures adherence to contractual obligations and regulatory requirements while driving value and optimisation through proactive licence management strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct software asset audits and license reconciliations across multiple vendors calling on existing vendor-specific consultancy resources as necessary.

Analyse vendor agreements to understand terms obligations measurement and identify compliance risks and optimisation opportunities.

Develop and implement SAM frameworks aligned with ISO / IEC 19770 standards.

Advise clients on software procurement strategies and cost-saving initiatives.

Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Collaborate with IT procurement and finance teams to integrate SAM processes into business operations.

Support clients during vendor audits and negotiations.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of software licensing models and compliance requirements.

Ability to input into and lead pre-sales work for prospective customers.

Undertake SAM maturity assessments and make associated recommendations.

Analytical skills for interpreting complex license data and contracts.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Ability to work across multiple projects and prioritise effectively.

Recommend optimisation / remediation steps

Coordinate project activities milestones and documentation.

Experience

Consulting experience to director / C-level.

Knowledge of various vendors their approach to audit and commercial resolution.

Review creation implementation and execution of SAM processes within organisations.

Experience with SAM tools (e.g. Flexera Snow ServiceNow SAM Pro).

Audit preparation and defence

Audit preparation and defence

Additional Information

Why Version 1

At Version 1 we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing professional growth and financial stability.

• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme where employees collectively benefit from a share of our companys profits.
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
• Flexible / remote working Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and peoples individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension Private Healthcare Cover Life Assurance Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts Bike to Work Fitness classes Mindfulness Workshops Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance enhanced maternity / paternity leave marriage / civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
• Educational assistance incentivised certifications and accreditations including AWS Microsoft Oracle and Red Hat.
• Reward schemes including Version 1s Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out platform.
• Environment Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity inclusion and belonging schemes.

And many more exciting benefits drop us a note to find out more.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Change Management,Order Management System,Business Analysis,Visio,Data Management,Project Management,Metadata,Management Consulting,Data Analysis Skills,Taxonomy

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1