Software Asset Management Officer

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom McDonald's Full time

Hybrid Working

This role is based in our East Finchley office working 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely.

What is the purpose of this role?

The Software Asset Management Officer oversees the entire lifecycle management of software within our corporate and restaurant environments. This includes developing and implementing patching strategies, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the software lifecycle, and maintaining all software by applying necessary patches. The role involves documenting and communicating Franchisee investments related to software each year, well in advance of the following year's investment cycles. Additionally, the officer is responsible for the administration and management of system tools.

What team will I be part of?

Running Great Restaurant Technology

The Software Asset Management Officer will operate as part of Asset and Configuration Management team within the Running Great Restaurant Technology function and will support the wider Technology and Change function. The role will also work closely with counterparts in other Leading International Operating Markets (LIOM) as well as the market Deployment team to ensure the timely deployment and testing of required patches and new images.

Who will my customers be?

Restaurants and Franchisees Deployment & Testing Global VMO Cybersecurity & Data Service Operations Supplier Management Change Management

What will my key accountabilities be?

Lifecycle Planning and Implementation:

Accountable for establishing the strategy, plans, and implementation for lifecycle planning and software asset management across the UK&I restaurant and corporate estate.

Annual Investment Programme for Franchisees:

Provide Franchisees with an annual investment programme encompassing all software components in restaurants, ensuring clear communication and planning for the following year's investment cycles.

OS and Firmware Patch Deployment:

Develop and maintain an ongoing plan for the deployment of operating system (OS) and firmware patches to ensure optimal performance and security of restaurants within the estate.

Support Cyber Security Team:

Support the Cyber Security team by maintaining and executing plans for the smooth deployment of security patches, contributing to the overall security posture of the organisation.

Configuration of Images for New Hardware:

Accountable for the configuration of images for new hardware versions, ensuring seamless integration and functionality within the technology landscape.

Patch and Upgrade Schedule:

Maintain an ongoing schedule for all operating system, applications, security patching, and firmware upgrades across the McDonald’s UK&I estate, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Vendor Management Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with senior management and vendor management functions to review technology resources (software), expenses, and software license agreements, ensuring efficient resource utilisation.

Software System Requirements:

Establish and maintain procedures for determining software system requirements, contributing to the effective planning and acquisition of software assets.

Procurement and Legal Support:

Assist procurement, financial, and legal departments in analysing budgets, proposals, and vendor contracts for the acquisition, monitoring, and compliance of software assets.

Tracking System Maintenance:

Oversee the development and maintenance of a tracking system for all software assets, ensuring an accurate inventory and accounting of all assets and their components.

Linkage with Budgeting and Procurement:

Establish a linkage with budgeting and procurement processes to track asset acquisition, utilisation, and retirement, providing insights into the financial aspects of software asset management.

Global Alignment

Work closely with colleagues in GTIO and GTRM to understand and plan for emerging technologies and implement them within the organisation to agreed milestones. Qualifications:

What background do I need to have?

Essential requirements

Strong planning and organisational skills. Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and contractors who provide a broad spectrum of products and services. Demonstrated competency of Information Technology contract administration, purchasing, or procurement. Expertise with Software Asset Management and licensing models. Familiarity with asset management software (CMDB) and/or inventory tracking systems. An understanding of software licensing models and frameworks. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to present complex or highly technical issues in simple and easy-to-understand formats.

Desirable

ServiceNow System Administrator Certified Experience/Knowledge of Snow License Manager CSAM or other software asset management related certification ITIL 3 or 4 Foundation Additional Information:

At McDonald’s we are People from all Walks of Life...  

People are at the heart of everything we  do,  and they make the McDonald’s experience. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture that means people can be their best authentic self in our restaurants and offices, which helps us to better serve our customers. We have a strong heritage of diversity and representation within our communities, which we are proud of. The diversity of our people, customers, Franchisees and suppliers gives us strength.

We do not tolerate inequality, injustice or discrimination of any kind. These are hugely important issues and a brand with our reach and relevance means we have a very meaningful role to play.

We also recognise our responsibility as a large employer to continue being active in our communities , helping to develop skills and drive aspirations that will help people to be more aware of the world of work and more successful within it, whether with McDonald’s or elsewhere."



  • London, United Kingdom Jupiter Asset Management Ltd Full time

    Jupiter is one of the UK's leading investment management companies with over 500 employees and £52.6 billion worth of assets under management (as at 29th March 2024). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and...


  • London, United Kingdom Jupiter Asset Management Ltd Full time

    Jupiter is one of the UK's leading investment management companies with over 500 employees and £52.6 billion worth of assets under management (as at 29th March 2024). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and...


  • London, United Kingdom Jupiter Asset Management Ltd Full time

    Jupiter is one of the UK's leading investment management companies with over 500 employees and £52.6 billion worth of assets under management (as at 29th March 2024). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and...


  • London, United Kingdom Jupiter Asset Management Ltd Full time

    Jupiter is one of the UK's leading investment management companies with over 500 employees and £52.6 billion worth of assets under management (as at 29th March 2024). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and...


  • London, United Kingdom McDonald's Limited Full time

    **The Opportunity**: **Hybrid Working** This role is based in our East Finchley office working 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely. **What is the purpose of this role?** **What team will I be part of?** **Running Great Restaurant Technology** - The Software Asset Management Officer will operate as part of Asset and Configuration Management team...


  • London, United Kingdom ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED Full time

    This leading IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management partner for asset intensive organizations worldwide is keen to recruit a Maximo Consultant. As one of the few Maximo partners providing Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Asset Performance Management (APM) expertise across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, it combines a local presence with global...


  • London, United Kingdom ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED Full time

    This leading IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management partner for asset intensive organizations worldwide is keen to recruit a Maximo Consultant. As one of the few Maximo partners providing Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Asset Performance Management (APM) expertise across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, it combines a local presence with global...


  • London, United Kingdom ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED Full time

    This leading IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management partner for asset intensive organizations worldwide is keen to recruit a Maximo Consultant. As one of the few Maximo partners providing Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Asset Performance Management (APM) expertise across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, it combines a local presence with global...


  • London, United Kingdom ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED Full time

    This leading IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management partner for asset intensive organizations worldwide is keen to recruit a Maximo Consultant. As one of the few Maximo partners providing Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Asset Performance Management (APM) expertise across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, it combines a local presence with global...


  • London, United Kingdom McDonald's Corporation Full time

    Company Description: McDonald's is the largest family restaurant in the world, serving approximately 69 million customers across 36,000 restaurants a day: in more than 100 countries. The UK & Ireland market is one of the most successful entities across the wider business, serving on average 4 million people a day. It has operated in UK since 1974 and...


  • London, United Kingdom Point72 Asset Management, L.P Full time

    Point72 Academy 2024 Investment Analyst Program for Experienced Professionals We’re training the next generation of Point72 discretionary investment professionals. The Point72 Academy Program is a ten-month paid training program designed to introduce you to the buy-side and prepare you for a career as a Long/Short Equity Financial Analyst at Point72. ...


  • London, United Kingdom Point72 Asset Management, L.P Full time

    Point72 Academy 2024 Investment Analyst Program for Experienced Professionals We’re training the next generation of Point72 discretionary investment professionals. The Point72 Academy Program is a ten-month paid training program designed to introduce you to the buy-side and prepare you for a career as a Long/Short Equity Financial Analyst at Point72. ...


  • London, United Kingdom Brookfield Asset Management Full time

    locations- London, England- time type- Full time- posted on- Posted Today- job requisition id- R2029572- Location London - One Canada Square, Level 25 - Business - Renewable Power & Transition - Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Our portfolio consists of hydroelectric, wind,...


  • London, United Kingdom Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing Full time

    Software Asset Manager - Inside IR35Contract Term: 12 monthsContracting Authority: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development OfficeLocation: Hybrid - East Kilbride, Glasgow The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Department for International Development (DfID) merged on 1 September 2020 to form the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).The...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom FIS Global Full time

    Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor of Business Administration Travel Percentage : 0%This position is responsible for global software asset management for the server environment, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft, IBM, Red Hat, Oracle, and other software publishers....


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom FIS Global Full time

    Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor of Business Administration Travel Percentage : 0%This position is responsible for global software asset management for the server environment, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft, IBM, Red Hat, Oracle, and other software publishers....


  • London, United Kingdom Mirabaud Asset Management Full time

    Job DescriptionA day in your future job:Responsible for the delivery of marketing services critical to business development success. This role manages a small team and their outputs are summarised below:RFPs and DDQs – provide high quality and accurate documents for prospects and existing clients to win and retain and retain assets;Presentations and sales...


  • London, United Kingdom Salt Search Full time

    **Duties & Responsibilities**: These can be split into two distinct areas: **Management & Direction**: ? Investigating and providing insight and recommendations into a potential new Software Asset Management tool ? Providing Software Asset Management guidance and direction on the future approach and resourcing requirements ? Provide insight and...


  • London, United Kingdom Royal London Asset Management Full time

    Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid 50% home/office based The Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) IT Development team have an exciting opening for a Product Technical Lead to join them. The team play a pivotal role in developing internal business applications and managing the route to Production. NET, Angular and MS SQL/Snowflake technologies. Manage...


  • London, United Kingdom Royal London Asset Management Full time

    Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid 50% home/office based The Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) IT Development team have an exciting opening for a Product Technical Lead to join them. The team play a pivotal role in developing internal business applications and managing the route to Production. NET, Angular and MS SQL/Snowflake technologies. Manage...