IT Asset Manager
Contract (3 months - Potential Extensions)
Dudley (Hybrid Working)
Daily Rate Negotiable
As the IT Asset Manager, the successful candidate will lead the full lifecycle of IT assets across the organisation — from acquisition and deployment to recovery and disposal. You’ll ensure the companies IT/Technical asset database remains accurate and audit-ready, whilst supporting compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic planning.
You’ll be responsible for overseeing the organization’s entire IT environment, ensuring that every asset is accounted for, optimized, and performing as expected. This includes hardware, software, and any other IT resources used within the organization.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Manage the IT Asset Lifecycle: Oversee every stage of an asset's journey, from planning and procurement to deployment, maintenance, and secure disposal. This ensures that all technology investments deliver continuous value to the organization.
* Maintain Accurate Inventory: Keep a centralized, up-to-date record of all hardware, software, and cloud assets. This enables visibility, accountability, and smarter decision-making across the organization.
* Ensure Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Monitor licensing, data protection, and security requirements to avoid costly penalties and reduce vulnerabilities. This includes ensuring adherence to vendor contracts and regulatory standards.
* Optimize Costs and Asset Utilization: Analyze usage data to identify underused or redundant assets, reduce waste, and reinvest savings into higher-value technology initiatives.
* Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with finance, procurement, and security teams to align IT asset management goals with business priorities and create a unified approach to asset management.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
* Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, asset management principles, and lifecycle management is essential.
* Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze IT asset performance and make recommendations for improvements or replacements.
* Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills to oversee asset management projects effectively.
* Vendor Management: Experience managing vendor relationships to ensure the best value for IT asset procurement and maintenance