Software Asset Manager

BE THE DIFFERENCE At AIA we do things differently to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. That difference starts with every individual at AIA. We provide an environment and culture that helps our people live well and enjoy a meaningful life, at work and at home. We’re serious about helping people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by encouraging them to make positive lifestyle changes one step at a time. If you want to make a healthy difference everyday - for yourself and others - then we want to hear from you. The Opportunity The Software Asset Manager is responsible for the management of software assets and requests across AIAA. This role reports to the Head of Service Provider Management. Working closely with the Head of Service Provider Management and the broader Contract Management Team, the Software Asset Manager focusses on optimizing the purchase, deployment, maintenance and utilization of all software. Additionally, the Software Asset Manager works with AIAA and Group Stakeholders to develop & maintain SAM Policy & Procedures. This is a key role within Technology which liaises across the Technology Department, strongly supporting and partnering with the Leadership Team to ensure that software asset management is meeting requirements. To do this successfully you will Manage software requests across AIA and vendors Negotiating new software contracts with vendors Liaising and working with the Commercial and Legal teams to ensure software contracts are fit for purpose and meet business or project requirements. Software Vendor management - including but not limited to building strong relationships with strategic suppliers, negotiating rates and discounts, identifying and understanding technical product requirements and researching industry standard solutions. All General Operating Expense (GOE) managed within required limits for software assets and requests Vendor delivery meets negotiated SOWs supporting project budgeted commitments for software This is a key role within Technology which liaises across the Technology Department, strongly supporting and partnering with the Leadership Team to ensure that software asset management is meeting requirements Successful applications will have Relevant Tertiary qualification in Project &/or Program Management, Information Systems or Engineering disciplines 5 years working in vendor management (commercially, contract, delivery) Demonstrated ability to deliver results under demanding timelines. Knowledge of the Financial Services & Insurance industry is highly preferred in order to steer necessary implementations according to Insurance strategy. Additional deep knowledge of the contracts in place, their outcomes and the underlying deliverables required to achieve them to meet business strategic objectives Commercial contract and value negotiation skills Strong understanding of large scale system, information and technology architectures, including application integration patterns, messaging, service-oriented architecture, information models, and data lineage. Experience applying the above disciplines to real-world business problems, especially in the domains listed above. Proficient in MS Project, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and Jira/Confluence Why choose AIA At AIA, we’ve made a promise to help people live healthier, longer, better lives. And it starts with our own people. Access our training and development to build on your current skills Career development through internal mobility opportunities Work for a business helping millions of Australians and make a difference to someone’s life everyday Access additional leave days a year to recharge and refresh yourself Enjoy wonderful Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you Work with supportive and inclusive managers At AIA Australia, we’re proud to help guide, support and protect the wellbeing of over 3.5 million Australians. As part of the AIA Group - the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group – it is our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030. Lots of companies like to say they’re different. What makes us truly different at AIA, is the difference we make in people’s lives. We are proud that this difference has been recognised in the 2024 ANZIIF awards by being named Life Insurance Company of the Year. AIA Financial Services is a subsidiary of AIA Australia. AIA is different. Are you? If you want to be part of an organisation that helps people live better every single day, apply via the link. #J-18808-Ljbffr