Junior Software Asset Management Analyst (Education)

Junior Software Asset Management Analyst 

You will work closely with Change Management, IT Vendor Management, Procurement, Infrastructure and Operations teams to help maintain the day-to-day records and databases responsible for containing information pertaining to the organization's software assets. The Analyst will be responsible for evaluating and handling multiple license types and software licensing applications, helping with software compliance audits and working with teams to maintain an effective software asset management program.

What will be your new role 

• Works closely with help desk, operations, Vendor and Procurement to ensure appropriate software licenses are available prior to deployment

• Responsible for Software Asset Management license maintenance activities, including:

  • Creating new software licenses in accordance with vendor specifications in the Snow Asset Management tool

  • Processing new software purchases and applying to the appropriate software license as approved

  • Monitoring and identifying compliance risks of software licenses

  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, working with the Software Asset Manager to address efficiency, renewal and commercial issues.

  • Coordinating software and license reclamation activities

  • Collecting information in response to software verification requests

• Responsible for receiving and managing software license keys

• Answers software license related questions pertaining to number of installs, purchases and provide licensing knowledge and advisory services to stakeholders to maximise the value of Software Asset Management.

• Provide reports relating to Azure usage.

What we are looking for

• Experience in configuration management, asset life-cycle management, process improvement and compliance

• Working knowledge of the fundamental concepts and procedures used in a purchasing and asset management environment

• Working knowledge of software licensing and knowledge of contract language

• Working knowledge of reconciling software licensing and software maintenance terms and conditions between procured rights and quantities with compliant deployment of software assets.

• Working knowledge of the procurement life cycle and best practices

• Proven problem-solving with excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Effective data analysis and manipulation skills including exceptional MS Excel

• Working knowledge of current IT technologies and full expertise of industry practices

• Self-motivated, tenacious with ability to work autonomously

• Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail Desirable Skills Proven experience and ability to calculate vendor licensing models, familiarity of VMware and Microsoft and other ‘Tier 1' vendor license models

• Experience with Software Asset Management tools.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field is preferred but not required if balanced with prior experience along with strong analytical and communication skills. While not always mandatory for junior roles, an advanced degree (like an MBA) or certifications like the CFA can be beneficial for career progression. 

Experience

Minimum of 2 years licensing experience through asset management, sales, consulting, etc.

Any experience with asset management tools would certainly be preferred.

What we offer

• Three weeks' vacation and five personal days

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment

• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401K matching programs

• Lifestyle rewards

• Flexible work options

• And more!