Software Asset Analyst

Viridien / CGG is recruiting for the role of Software Asset Analyst. This role supports the management and optimisation of software assets, with a focus on licence compliance, accurate inventories, audit support and cost savings. It works across sourcing, procurement, IT operations and business stakeholders.

Role details

• Location: Crawley
• Working pattern: Hybrid
• Job type: Full time

What you’ll do

• Maintain and manage software asset inventory and licence records.
• Administer software licences, including terms, usage rules, restrictions and product associations.
• Associate purchases, subscriptions and renewals with licences in the SAM tool.
• Support administration and maintenance of the SAM platform, including upgrades, interfaces and troubleshooting.
• Collect and reconcile installation data to determine compliance positions.
• Design and generate reports on compliance, liabilities and budgetary information.
• Analyse exception reports, investigate licensing risks and provide remediation plans.
• Support renewals and maintenance agreements, and help identify shelfware for reuse or cancellation.

What they’re looking for

• Have an associate degree or equivalent technical certification in IT or a related field.
• Have at least one year of experience in IT, software asset management, procurement or a related discipline.
• Understand software asset management principles and lifecycle processes.
• Have experience with software inventory tools and asset management platforms.
• Be highly organised, accurate and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Communicate well in writing, presentations and across international stakeholders.

Additional role information

• The role reports to the HPC Governance and Compliance Director.
• Flexera experience is highly desirable.
• Support is included for internal and external audits and certification efforts.
• The role contributes to software vulnerability management and intellectual property protection initiatives.