Software Asset Management Analyst As a Software Asset Management Analyst you will have the opportunity to play a central role in managing and optimizing software licensing across on‐premises, cloud, and hybrid IT environments. You will collaborate with major enterprise vendors, internal stakeholders and external partners to maximize business value, ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement. Serve as the subject matter expert for Software Asset Management (SAM), providing guidance on complex software licensing topics and producing Effective License Positions (ELPs).

Manage and optimise software licensing for major vendors such as Microsoft, Oracle, Broadcom, IBM, SAP and Red Hat, ensuring compliance and maximising business value. Interpret and apply software licensing concepts across modern technology landscapes, including containers, cloud platforms and traditional infrastructure. Leverage data from enterprise systems (Azure Active Directory, CMDB, My Access, Intune) to support software asset management, billing, cost allocation and reporting.

Ensure transparency of software‐related costs by managing chargeback processes and enabling fair cost allocation to Business Units and Service Owners. Identify, develop and implement initiatives that generate software cost savings, mitigate compliance risks and enhance SAM processes, controls and best practices. Lead and support complex software contract negotiations (demand management, renewals and amendments) in collaboration with sourcing, procurement, legal and vendor management.





Support implementation and continuous improvement of global SAM standards, governance frameworks, controls, reporting capabilities and performance metrics. Contribute to day‐to‐day operations and strategic initiatives of the global SAM team, ensuring delivery of high‐quality services and continuous operational excellence. 3+ years of proven experience managing a software portfolio for at least one major publisher in an enterprise environment. ~ Experience creating fully optimized ELPs from data collection to completion. ~ Proficient use of SAM tools (ideally FlexeraOne) and supporting data sources. ~ Advanced Excel skills (V/HL‐lookups, pivot tables, complex calculations). ~ Fluent spoken and written English (strong B2+). Analytical thinking, financial and commercial acumen, attention to detail and AI expertise.

Strong organisational, productivity, time and project management skills. Ability to interface, influence and network with managers, staff and stakeholders internally and externally. Flexible working model to support work‐life balance. ~ Over €300 for home‐office set‐up and additional monthly allowance. ~ Wide range of internal and external trainings (English, German, Spanish). ~ Ticket restaurant and health insurance (versátil for other benefits). ~ Collective life retirement plan. ~€We attract and retain the best‐qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.

📌 Service/Software Asset Analyst (Barcelona)
🏢 Zurich Insurance
📍 Barcelona