Software Licensing Specialist (12 Month FTC)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm in Belfast is seeking a Software Asset Manager to oversee software licensing and asset management. The role involves collaborating with various teams to develop strategies, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with Tier 1 vendors and strong analytical skills. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact efficiency and risk management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in software licensing or asset management.
• Experience managing licensing for Tier 1 vendors like Microsoft or Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Improving SAM strategy and governance to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
• Managing software vendor audits and conducting internal software audits.
• Collaborating with Procurement and Legal teams to enhance contractual positions.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Education

Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM)

Job description

In this position, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the software portfolio and key third-party suppliers for this global law firm. Collaborating with internal teams such as Procurement, In-House Legal, Product Owners, and Senior Stakeholders, you will contribute as a Subject Matter Expert in Software Asset Management (SAM).

Working closely with the Software Asset Manager, you will participate in the development and implementation of SAM strategies and processes to effectively manage, control, and safeguard software assets and their licensing throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Improving SAM strategy and governance to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
• Serving as a mediator between IT and third-party software suppliers, handling intricate license discussions.
• Offering advice on software licensing to optimise existing investments, minimise risks, and guide new purchases.
• Managing software vendor audits, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely communication.
• Conducting internal software audits, generating Effective License Positions (ELPs) for renewals and negotiations.
• Understanding complex license models from Enterprise vendors and assessing their impact on the firm's strategy.
• Collaborating with Procurement and Legal teams to enhance contractual positions.
• Interpreting vendor license models for negotiating optimal deals.
• Collecting and maintaining inventory data from various sources to manage assets.
• Ensuring the accuracy of deployment and entitlement data in the SAM tool.
• Analysing software usage data and communicating findings to stakeholders.
• Implementing efficient licensing models for projects and educating the Service Desk on SAM processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' practical experience in a dedicated software licensing or software asset management role.
• In-depth experience managing software licensing for at least one Tier 1 vendor (Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• Experience in the professional services sector with an understanding of the demands on support teams by the business.
• Proven experience conducting detailed data analysis from disparate sources and interpreting complex licensing models.

Highly advantageous

• Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM)

About You

• Highly motivated, self-starter with a commitment to the highest professional standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both orally and written.
• Comprehensive understanding of data analysis principles and processes, collating information from various sources.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and conflicting priorities while working across functions or projects as required.
• Ability to set direction and liaise with stakeholders at all levels across the firm.
• High level of personal credibility, impact, and influence, with a proven ability to work effectively and persuasively at all business levels.
• Experience working in a global environment across international locations with an appreciation of multiple cultures.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute short, medium, and long-term initiatives to improve performance in areas for which the position is accountable.

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