Company Description
Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of Version 1 and what we do:

• UK & Ireland’s premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Asset Management (SAM) Specialist to join our team. This internally focused role is critical to establishing and maintaining a robust SAM function within a greenfield environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining, designing, and delivering the entire spectrum of an internal SAM service, including processes, procedures, tools, and governance. The organisation is a heavy Microsoft user with a 3-year enterprise agreement, and also utilises a wide range of SaaS services including Azure and AWS. Therefore, experience in FinOps and cost optimization is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive SAM strategy and framework from the ground up.
• Define and document SAM policies, processes, and procedures aligned with industry best practices.
• Select and implement appropriate SAM tools and technologies to support asset tracking and compliance.
• Establish governance and control mechanisms to ensure software compliance and license optimisation.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and IT teams to manage software lifecycle and vendor relationships.
• Monitor and report on software usage, compliance status, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct internal audits and prepare for external audits related to software licensing.
• Provide training and awareness programmes to internal stakeholders on SAM practices.
• Stay updated with software licensing trends, vendor policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Microsoft enterprise agreement and ensure compliance and optimisation of Microsoft licensing.
• Support FinOps initiatives by analysing cloud usage and identifying cost optimisation opportunities across Azure and AWS.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in Software Asset Management within an enterprise environment.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models and compliance requirements.
• Experience in implementing SAM tools and managing software inventories.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives in a greenfield setting.
• Experience managing Microsoft licensing and enterprise agreements.
• Familiarity with SaaS management and cloud cost optimisation (FinOps) practices.
• Relevant certifications such as CSAM, ITIL, or equivalent are desirable.

Preferred Attributes:

• Proactive and self-driven with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

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Additional Information

• Develop and implement a comprehensive SAM strategy and framework from the ground up.
• Define and document SAM policies, processes, and procedures aligned with industry best practices.
• Select and implement appropriate SAM tools and technologies to support asset tracking and compliance.
• Establish governance and control mechanisms to ensure software compliance and license optimisation.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and IT teams to manage software lifecycle and vendor relationships.
• Monitor and report on software usage, compliance status, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct internal audits and prepare for external audits related to software licensing.
• Provide training and awareness programmes to internal stakeholders on SAM practices.
• Stay updated with software licensing trends, vendor policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Microsoft enterprise agreement and ensure compliance and optimisation of Microsoft licensing.
• Support FinOps initiatives by analysing cloud usage and identifying cost optimisation opportunities across Azure and AWS