IT Software Licensing Officer

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group - one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement. The Role: Working within the IT Commercial & Contracts Team, the Software Licensing Officer plays a key role in the management of IS software and ensuring compliance with software license agreements. The postholder will manage all software licenses for the university, including contributing to new procurement activities and contract renewals through provision of relevant data (i.e. usage, student numbers etc.), liaising with suppliers as required and ensuring licensing is compliant and fit for purpose. They will facilitate onboarding of new software through working with the central procurement team, input and maintain licensing related platforms, ensuring robust software asset management, and conduct regular software licensing audits ensuring software is fit for purpose, being utilised effectively and meets University business needs.

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Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32-35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
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