Job Description
Software Licensing Officer
* Department: Digital, Data & Technology Group
* Salary: Starting from £31,236, rising to £37,694
* Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term
* Closing Date: Thursday, 08 January 2026
* Interview Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026
* Reference: KD13212
About the role
DDaT provides support for the University of Bath's software approval and procurement. The Software Licensing Officer helps ensure compliance, value for money, and efficient provision/renewal of software licences for the university. They review software licence requests, ensuring they are effectively triaged, then liaise with colleagues, requesters, and suppliers to ensure coherence and value for money purchasing. They input data into the Software Catalogue and ensure accurate, efficient, and effective processes, promoting a positive customer experience and highlighting areas for improvement.
The incumbent must maintain software licensing knowledge materials and ensure effective information management in accordance with agreed procedures, highlighting any shortfalls to the Software Licensing Manager and Director of IT Services as appropriate. They manage the licence renewal calendar to ensure prompt action before licence termination.
The role holder provides information and advice to ensure compliance, coherence, co-ord...