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I am

Álvaro , the recruiter for this position. Who Are We?

Zurich Insurance Group is a leading global insurance company. This role is with

ServiZurich , a division established in Barcelona in 2006 that delivers technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units. In addition to technology, ServiZurich provides investment, administration, and accounting support for Zurich’s diverse operations. The Role

We are looking for a senior SAM specialist primarily focused on Microsoft enterprise software, with secondary expertise in Oracle or RedHat, to join our global Software Asset Management (SAM) function. The role aims to optimize software contract spend, manage compliance, analyze data, and implement opportunities or remediate risks. It requires a broad understanding of IT technology, service management processes, and the ability to collaborate with many stakeholder groups within the Zurich Group.

Group

Technology and Operations Software Asset Management is an international team of SAM experts across four countries that manages a multi‑million‑dollar software portfolio and SAM technology stack to support IT stakeholders in achieving their objectives. This role offers the opportunity to work at a groupwide, global level in defining and implementing 'Best Practice' methodologies related to SAM services in Microsoft and Oracle and/or RedHat.

What You Can

Expect

As a Software Asset Management Specialist you will have the opportunity to: Subject matter expertise

– In-depth knowledge of SAM operations and competencies, with the ability to apply and advise on complex software licensing topics and produce ELPs for Microsoft and Oracle or RedHat across all IT environments. Understand

Microsoft licensing concepts and product use rights within containers, in on-prem and cloud operating environments. Navigate and leverage

Microsoft software‑related billing, tracking and measurement systems and tools such as Azure Active Directory, CMDB, My Access, Intune. Navigate and leverage





Microsoft and Oracle or RedHat software‑related billing, tracking and measurement systems. Provide transparency of costs for software contracts and assure fair allocation of charges to BUs and service owners based on software usage. Negotiate successfully within the organization and with external suppliers and vendors in a constructive and collaborative manner. Maintain stakeholder community and create an information‑sharing environment. Identify and drive proactive initiatives to achieve software‑related savings, mitigate compliance risks, develop best practices and processes, continuously improve software asset management service, and ensure compliance with budget and contractual requirements. Identify necessary changes and play a key role in complex software contract negotiations, manage demand and contract updates, liaise with external vendors, legal, contract and sourcing teams. Support and drive implementation of general SAM standards, processes, controls, reporting, and monitor agreed performance indicators and control metrics. Improve continuously SAM by leveraging AI capabilities to reduce manual effort, identify recurring patterns and spot optimization opportunities. Support other day‑to‑day activities of the global SAM team.

What Makes

You a Great Fit?

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following: Five years of relevant proven experience with: Direct responsibility and hands‑on management of Microsoft and Oracle or RedHat software portfolio in an enterprise environment (irrespective of industry). Creating comprehensive fully optimized ELPs from data collection until completion. Strong understanding of license restrictions, benefits, optimization opportunities,



BYOL concepts for product use within AWS/Azure Cloud. Active hands‑on work with general Microsoft specific system and usage billing, tracking and measurement tools. Proficient use of SAM tools (ideally FlexeraOne) and supporting data sources. Advanced hands‑on Microsoft Excel skills (V/H‑Look Ups, Pivots, Complex calculations). Proven track record in adopting and embedding AI solutions in SAM operations. Profit and Loss (P&L;) calculations and accruals for cost impact. Fluent spoken and written English (strong B2).

Proven Personal

Traits

Analytical skills, financial and commercial acumen, attention to detail, AI expertise, ability to process data in a complex global organizational environment. Organizational, productivity, time and project management skills. Ability to interface, influence and network with managers, staff and stakeholders inside and outside of the organization. Communication and negotiation skills with vendors and internal stakeholders. Benefits

Competitive salary and yearly bonus. Flexible working model to support work‑life balance. Over 300€ to set up your home office and a monthly home office allowance. Wide range of internal and external training, including English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs.

Ticket restaurant and health insurance with flexibility to exchange it for other benefits. Life and accident insurance. Collective life retirement plan. 2,000€ referral bonus if you bring other talented people.

Special banking and insurance conditions plus exclusive employee discounts. Functional diversity benefits. Various social clubs such as hiking, investment, beach volley and many more. Stock options and mortgage benefits.

Location

Barcelona, Bac de Roda, Spain (ES). Full‑time schedule. Recruiter

Alvaro Gallego Zazo Equal Opportunity Employer

At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best-qualified individuals available, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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