Software Asset Manager

Software Asset Manager

Job based in Birmingham/Hybrid, salary £55,687 - £65,514 + Benefits.

We are recruiting for an experienced Software Asset Manager to oversee a portfolio of business‑critical applications within a large and complex organisation.

You will be responsible for managing application life cycles, software licensing, change and release planning, and application optimisation. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will ensure applications remain secure, efficient, and aligned to organisational needs.

• Manage the lifecycle of a portfolio of applications
• Lead application change, maintenance, upgrades, and release planning
• Drive application rationalisation, optimisation, and licence reclamation
• Develop and improve application lifecycle management processes
• Support the delivery of large‑scale technology projects
• Engage with stakeholders to understand user needs and deliver effective solutions

• Extensive experience managing application life cycles in a complex environment
• Strong knowledge of Software Asset Management, licensing, service management, and change management
• Experience developing and implementing lifecycle management strategies
• Understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and Lean delivery methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience working on large‑scale technology or transformation programmes