Software Asset Management Specialist

Hello Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

- We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£54,826 - £68,532)
- Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
- Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
- Development opportunities in line with the Software Asset Management Specialist progression plan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day
- Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
- A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
- Retail savings scheme
- Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more

**Location: Buttershaw/ Hybrid Working (2 days in the office a week - Bradford)**

**Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.**

We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Asset Management Specialist to join the IT team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

**What we do**:
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The IT function is a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Are you ready to take ownership of software assets in a dynamic IT environment? Join Yorkshire Water and help us maximise value, ensure compliance, and drive smarter software decisions across the business. In this role, you’ll manage the full software lifecycle, support IT projects, and work closely with stakeholders to optimise our software portfolio. From onboarding new tools and handling renewals, to maintaining governance and supporting audits you’ll be central to how we manage and improve our software estate.

**Where you fit in**:
**As our Software Asset Management Specialist, you will**:

- Play an active role in IT software projects, collaborating with ITAM Analysts to ensure effective software asset management throughout.
- Manage the full lifecycle of software assets from acquisition to retirement ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value for money.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all software agreements and ensure the Software Catalogue reflects current usage and availability.
- Identify and resolve instances of Shadow IT (unauthorised software usage) to maintain compliance and reduce risk.
- Lead or support the onboarding of new software outside of formal project structures.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including Service Owners, Application Support, Technical Support, and Service Managers.
- Manage software licence and support renewals in collaboration with the SRM and Procurement teams, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes.
- Ensure the Software Asset Management Database (AMDB) is accurate and well-maintained.
- Support software procurement activities, including identifying compliance gaps and opportunities for cost savings.
- Develop and maintain governance documentation including policies, processes, and procedures related to software asset management.
- Conduct internal audits and Effective Licence Position assessments and assist with external audits as required.
- Provide regular and ad hoc reporting and insights to support decision making and continuous improvement.

**What skills & qualifications you will need**:

- Proven experience (5+ years) in Software Asset Management within a complex IT environment
- Hands-on knowledge of enterprise SAM tools such as Snow Software, Flexera, and ServiceNow
- Experience with Bring Your Own Licence (BYOL) models in cloud platforms like Azure
- Skilled in working with Tier 1 software vendors and navigating complex licensing agreements

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy

**Do we sound like your cup of tea?**

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