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And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.\nWithin our rapidly growing Digital Risk practice, EY's Software Asset Management (SAM) competency is key to helping clients confidently navigate digital transformation. We mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks tied to software licensing and optimisation. We seek a Manager to support critical SAM engagements and workstreams, delivering substantial value to our diverse client base.\nThe opportunity\nAs a Manager - SAM Services at EY, you will play a key role in delivering SAM advisory and implementation services to our diverse client base. You will be responsible for managing project workstreams, leading client interactions, and ensuring the successful execution of SAM strategies that help organizations optimize software costs, maintain compliance, and mitigate licensing risks. This role requires strong technical SAM expertise, a solid understanding of software licensing models, and effective project management skills.\nYour key responsibilities\nProject Management & Delivery:\nManage and deliver SAM projects and specific workstreams within larger SAM engagements, ensuring projects are on time, within budget, and meet client expectations.\nLead day-to-day client interactions, presenting findings, facilitating workshops, and building strong working relationships.\nDevelop and implement SAM policies, processes, and procedures in line with client requirements and industry best practices.\nSupport clients in software audit defense, compliance assessments, and license reconciliation activities.\nTechnical Expertise & Advisory:\nApply expertise in software licensing models for key vendors to identify risks (e.g. Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, IBM, Adobe, Salesforce, ServiceNow).\nUtilize and optimize SAM tools (e.g. Flexera, Snow Software, ServiceNow SAM Pro) for effective data collection, reconciliation, and reporting.\nConduct detailed analysis of software deployment data and license entitlements to identify compliance gaps and optimization opportunities.\nProvide practical recommendations to clients on software cost optimization and risk mitigation strategies.\nTeam Collaboration & Development:\nCollaborate effectively with cross-functional EY teams, delivering integrated solutions.\nCoach and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development and contributing to a positive team environment.\nStay informed about industry trends, including cloud licensing, SaaS management, and ITAM best practices.\nContribute to the development of proposals and thought leadership materials under the guidance of senior leadership\nSkills and attributes for success\nStrong understanding of software licensing models for major vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, IBM).\nHands-on experience with SAM tools (Flexera, Snow, ServiceNow, etc.) for data collection, reconciliation, and reporting.\nExperience in conducting software license compliance reviews and supporting audit defense.\nExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nProven ability to manage project workstreams, work with teams from off-shore delivery centres and deliver client-facing outcomes.\nTo qualify for the role, you should have\nSolid experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or IT Governance, with some of this experience in a project leadership or managerial capacity.\nCertifications: IAITAM Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM), Microsoft Certified: SAM Fundamentals, FinOps (Preferred not mandatory).\nExperience in cloud software licensing (e.g., Azure, AWS) and SaaS management.\nKnowledge of ITAM frameworks (e.g. ISO/IEC 19770).\nWhat we look for\nWe are interested to hear from people who are motivated to form a part of a growing team, who embrace diversity and inclusion and who are market-oriented and ready to help our clients solve and control their biggest issues, risks and regulatory/compliance requirements.\nWhat we offer\nEY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.\nWe offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:\nContinuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.We recently launched our groundbreaking new fully accredited EY Tech MBA by Hult International Business School focused on technology, leadership and business skills; the entire program is delivered online, reflecting wider shift to virtual learning; and most importantly the EY Tech MBA is available to all EY people irrespective of prior qualifications or location.\n\nSuccess as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.\nTransformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.\nDiverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.\nIf you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible\nThe exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build\nApply Now\nPlease note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. 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