Location: Reading (hybrid working)
Duration: Initial 3-month contract
Rate: £107ph UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details:
Our client, a renowned entity in the Defence & Security sector, is eager to appoint an IT Asset Management Lead on a contract basis in Reading. In this hybrid role, you will play a vital part in managing and overseeing the lifecycle of all IT assets, including hardware, software, and configuration management, ensuring adherence to organisational policies and standards.
Objectives:
Establish and implement a clear IT asset management strategy and roadmap.
Lead a team of IT asset management practitioners to define, embed, and manage a robust set of IT asset management processes (and inventory).
Optimise the usage and distribution of IT assets based on business requirements and goals, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
Ensure that IT hardware assets are compliant with various regulatory requirements and organisational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing and implementing a comprehensive IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy and roadmap
Collaborating with stakeholders to define and embed IT Asset Management policies and protocols
Overseeing procurement, deployment, maintenance, and disposal of IT assets
Maintaining a comprehensive inventory of all IT assets
Managing periodic audits to ensure asset inventory accuracy and compliance
Establishing governance forums and reporting to drive asset management accountability
Leading a team of IT Asset Management practitioners
Partnering with suppliers to manage IT hardware asset vendors
What we are looking for:
Experience in IT asset management, preferably in a managerial role
Proven experience in defining and embedding IT asset management policies and processes
Experience managing IT assets in a complex, regulated organisation (e.g., Defence)
Proficiency in IT asset inventory management tools (e.g., ServiceNow)
Ability to plan and execute projects related to IT asset procurement and deployment
Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and cost optimisation
Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience in developing a small, collaborative team
Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks like ITIL
Excellent command of English for creating reports, documents, and providing feedback
Desirable skills:
Experience with automating IT asset management processes
Experience negotiating and managing IT asset vendors
Understanding of IT architecture and key technology components
Relevant IT Asset Management certifications (e.g., CHAMP, CSAM, CITAM)
Interested? Apply today via the link provided