Job Description
To support Version 1’s Microsoft software asset management consulting team by providing data analysis, license tracking, and cost optimisation activities. This role is ideal for someone with some experience in data management and FinOps principles, looking to develop expertise in SAM processes without necessarily having prior consulting experience.
Key Responsibilities
Data Management & Analysis
* Collect, cleanse, and maintain accurate software inventory and license data.
* Analyse usage patterns and identify opportunities for optimisation.
* Assist in preparing reports and dashboards for appropriate SAM metrics.
* Support the tracking of software entitlements and deployments.
* Help identify compliance risks and escalate issues to senior SAM team members.
* Analysing cost allocation and chargeback reporting for cloud spend.
* Assist in monitoring cloud consumption and related service costs.
* Follow established SAM processes and workflows.
* Support team of license consultants to interpret data and create reports.
Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
* Good understanding of Microsoft software licensing concepts.
* Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms and FinOps principles.
Analytical Skills
* Ability to interpret data and identify trends.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication
* Clear written and verbal communication for reporting and consultant/stakeholder updates.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Qualifications
Experience
* Knowledge of Microsoft software asset management (2+ years' experience)
* Previous experience in data analysis or FinOps.
* Prior consulting experience is not required.
Career Development
This role offers a pathway to progress into SAM/FinOps consultant roles, with opportunities to gain certifications in SAM tools and licensing frameworks.
Commercial Awareness
* Support the development of SAM service propositions and related materials.
* Collaborate with sales and account teams to qualify and progress client opportunities.
* Identify and escalate cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across Version 1 services.
Project Coordination
* Coordinate project activities, track milestones, and maintain documentation.
* Support timely delivery of SAM and FinOps projects within agreed scope and expectations.
* Contribute to the preparation and presentation of clear, actionable findings reports.
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
* Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
* Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
* Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
* Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
* Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
* Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
* Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
* Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.