Associate manager-License management

Job Description – Software License Manager (Software Asset Management)

Position: Associate Manager – Software License Management (B2)
Level: Manager-level candidates may also be considered
Location: (Hybrid – 2 days/week from office)
Experience: 7+ Years

Role Overview

AXA is looking for an experienced Software License Manager to manage the end-to-end Software Asset Management (SAM) lifecycle for global operations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in enterprise software licensing, particularly SAP licensing , and experience working with Tier-1 software vendors. This is a global stakeholder-facing role requiring excellent communication, commercial understanding, and the ability to independently manage software licensing compliance, optimization, and vendor engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete Software Asset Management (SAM) lifecycle across enterprise applications.
• Administer and optimize software licenses, with a strong focus on SAP licensing .
• Ensure software license compliance and minimize licensing risks during internal and external audits.
• Work closely with Tier-1 software vendors such as SAP, Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Adobe, and other enterprise software providers.
• Track software usage, entitlement, renewals, and maintenance contracts.
• Identify opportunities for license optimization and cost savings.
• Collaborate with Procurement, IT, Finance, Legal, and business teams on software acquisition and renewals.
• Prepare licensing reports, compliance dashboards, and executive updates for senior stakeholders.
• Support contract negotiations and licensing strategy discussions.
• Maintain accurate software inventory, entitlement records, and asset repositories.
• Drive process improvements and governance for Software Asset Management.

Mandatory Skills

• 7+ years of experience in Software Asset Management (SAM) or Software License Management.
• Strong hands-on experience managing SAP licenses .
• Experience handling the end-to-end software licensing lifecycle .
• Experience working directly with Tier-1 software vendors (SAP, Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Adobe, etc.).
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, compliance, audits, and optimization.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work with global business and technology teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Software Asset Management tools such as Flexera, ServiceNow SAM Pro, Snow Software, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of IT Asset Management (ITAM) processes.
• Experience supporting global licensing operations.
• ITIL or SAM-related certifications would be an advantage.