Software Asset Management – SAM – Manager - IrelandWho We AreEY's people in 140 countries around the globe pursue the highest levels of integrity, quality and professionalism to provide clients with solutions based on financial, transactional and risk management knowledge.Our purpose is to translate uncertainty into confidence so that performance is accelerated. We do this for our clients, our people and ourselves. Simply put, when people work better, business works better.DepartmentEY's Software and IT Asset Management (SAM) Centre of Excellence in Ireland is a rapidly growing and high performing team, working with some of the world's largest companies in a niche sector offering.We have a number of work streams, ranging from software license compliance work with major global software vendors, to helping EY clients on matters including improving their processes/governance policies and establishing future focused strategies around software consumption and cloud migration.Across all of the work streams, you will be given a large degree of autonomy and responsibility to lead meetings, identify issues and propose solutions. You will work with, and get to know, senior stakeholders in the software vendors, and at EY clients/vendor customers, up to board level.We provide trusted communications focused on facts and data to management, customers and other stakeholders.Duties And ResponsibilitiesMaintain externally and internally recognized technical expertise in the following areas:Software licensing and SAMIT networks, applications and infrastructureProject ManagementExecution and delivery of client engagements (including international assignments – volume of travel depends on the appetite of the candidate)Manage client facing delivery teams, leading and coaching more junior membersFoster and developing strong networks (local, area, global) with key service line champions in the firmReview and apply licensing metrics to complex IT environmentsLocation(s): DublinEssential RequirementsA third level degree or higher3-5 years' experience in IT or project management/service delivery, operational/software asset management or consultingClient-oriented, professional services mindsetStrong written and verbal communication skills, with good attention to detailAbility to manage several projects simultaneously and take initiative/make decisions under pressureUnderstanding of IT Process, IT Infrastructure (applications, databases and operating system) and related technologies i.e. Oracle, Windows, Linux etc.Ability to identify engagement issues/risks and the confidence to pursue solutions with ley internal or external stakeholdersWorks well in a diverse team and enjoys a dynamic environment where remote working is requiredHighly competent at interpreting data, analysing problems and formulating solutions to present to management level and above.DesirableBusiness level competence in French, Spanish, German, Polish, Dutch, or any other languagesSoftware Asset Management or IT administration experienceTier 1 vendor experience (IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP etc.)Knowledge of Active Directory, virtualization technologies, network topologies, software vendor license agreements and licensing termsCISA/CISSP/CISM/CRISC qualificationProject Management certification PMP/PRINCE2IT Vendor Certification e.g. Microsoft Certified ProfessionalBig 4 experience and training5 years of SAM or Software Audit experienceWho We AreEY 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.