IT Asset Management; ITAM) Lead

Position: IT Asset Management (ITAM) Lead
Location: South Kensington

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for! Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.

That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role As our IT Asset Management Lead, you will take ownership of the end-to-end lifecycle of IT assets across the organisation.

You'lllead the ITAM function, ensuring assets and devices are procured, tracked, issued, refreshed, and disposed of efficiently and securely. Working closely with Service Desk, Field Support, Procurement, Finance, and technical teams,you'llmake sure the right assets are available at the right time to support colleagues. You'llbe responsible formaintainingaccurateand reliable asset data, ensuring strong governance, andprovidingclear insight into asset performance, costs, and risks.

You'llalso play a key role in supporting audits, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping to simplify processes and strengthen operational control. This role is based on site in Preston but we do offer hybrid working. For more information, download a copy of the job description. Essential criteria Proven experience leading or managing an IT Asset Management function Strong knowledge of hardware, software, and licencelifecycle management Experience using IT service management (ITSM) and asset management tools Demonstrable experience managing asset data accuracy, governance, and reporting Experience supporting audit, compliance, or supplier management activities More about you You'llbring strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate across a wide range of stakeholders including technical teams, procurement, and finance.

You'reconfident managing complex asset environments and turning data into clear, actionable insights that support decision-making. You'llbe proactive and detail-focused, with a commitment to improving processes andmaintaininghigh standards of control and compliance.

You'recomfortable working in a fast-paced environment and enjoy creating structure, clarity, and efficiency across asset management operations. At Places For People , we are committed to a safe workingenvironmentso a basic DBS check is mandatory. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
Competitive salary with regular annual review Pension with matched contributions up to 7% Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2% 35 days holiday (including bank holiday) withoptionto buy or sell days Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs - up to £500 savings per year Access to wellbeingsupport such as counselling and flu jabs Private GP and health support services available Access to a rewards platform with retail and lifestyle discounts Savings on groceries, travel, shopping and home products Ongoing training and development opportunities Access to professional qualifications and career progression Internal development programmes and learning support Recognition schemes such as Star Awards and Colleagues Awards Strong focus on inclusion,wellbeingand colleague engagement Free membership to Places Gyms What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the…