IT Asset Management Lead

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!