Location: Edinburgh (mostly remote working - very minimal site travel) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: £41ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details; Our client, a leading defence company, are looking for a Software Asset Management (SAM) Analyst to join their team on a contract basis, and support their IT asset management efforts. This entry-level contractor role focuses on software license tracking, data quality, and supporting license renewals. You will work closely with the SAM team and procurement to help ensure our software assets are accurately documented and compliant. Key Responsibilities License Tracking: Maintain accurate records of software licenses, including purchases, entitlements, deployments, and renewals to ensure compliance across the software portfolio. Renewal Preparation: Assist with preparing renewal documentation, compiling software usage and entitlement data, and tracking key renewal dates. Data Entry & Reporting: Input and update software license and usage data in SAM tools; generate regular reports for compliance, optimization, and audit support. Basic Vendor Communication: Work with procurement and software vendors to obtain quotes, confirm licensing details, and support administrative aspects of renewals and agreements. Process Support: Help manage internal queries related to licensing and software assets, and support the SAM team in day-to-day operations. What we are looking for in you: Essential Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data. Experience with Excel. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Desired (on the job training & support will be provided) Basic understanding of software licensing models (e.g., per-user, per-device, subscription, perpetual). Experience with SAP and data management tools; exposure to SAM tools (e.g., Flexera, ServiceNow, Snow) is a plus. Apply today via the link provided