IT Licence and Asset Management Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• The IT Licence and Asset Management Consultant serve as the primary contact for all matters related to license management within Anthesis.
• This includes maintaining centralized records of software licenses, subscriptions and entitlements to ensure a comprehensive and organized inventory across all regions.
• Responsibilities also include tracking license usage, monitoring expiration dates and managing renewal schedules across multiple regions to prevent lapses and ensure ongoing compliance.
• The Analyst supports IT procurement activities by facilitating vendor communications, collecting quotes, and reviewing contracts as required.
• The Analyst is responsible for identifying and mitigating risks associated with software overuse, underuse, or unauthorized installations, to maintain adherence to licensing agreements.
• Collaboration with IT teams is key to gathering licensing requirements and usage data, which supports accurate reporting.
• The Analyst generates detailed reports on license utilization, tracks associated costs and monitors compliance status regularly.
• The role also contributes to the standardization of licensing methodologies, best practices, tracking tools and compliance processes throughout the organization on a global scale.
• Additionally, the Analyst supports the Group CTO by providing relevant FinOps reporting and ensuring license compliance as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in software license management, license administration, or license support preferably in a global environment.
• Strong understanding of software licensing regulations, compliance standards, familiarity with software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual).
• Knowledge of records management, analysis, reporting and software asset management.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skill.
• Detail-oriented with excellent administrative and coordination abilities.
• Comfortable working across time zones and cultures.
• Proficient in Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to interpret licensing agreements and support procurement processes.