About this role
Full-time 35 hours per week
Open-ended (permanent)
An exciting opportunity to lead the Software Services team at the University of Edinburgh. This is a Grade 8, full-time (35 hours per week), open-ended (permanent) position based in central Edinburgh. The role is hybrid, you will report to the Head Desktop Services and will be on campus a minimum of one day per week.
What we can offer you:
A competitive salary of £50,253 - £61,759 Generous annual leave allowance of 40 days per year (inclusive of festive closure days) Highly competitive defined-benefit pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution A range of flexible working options to help prioritise work/life balance A day of paid leave annually for your chosen volunteering activity Access to excellent online learning and a Staff Scholarship fund Varied staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, support for staff wellbeing and more
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What the job involves:
Responsible for management of licensing contracts for major software publishers, including Microsoft and Adobe Negotiating and administering contracts and working in large, complex multi-stakeholder enterprise environments. Identifying opportunities to optimise software licensing and save money. Work closely with procurement colleagues to support optimisation of new software licensing purchases, contracts and renewals. Liaising with internal customers in University Schools and Colleges, providing information and support on purchasing, renewing and maintaining licenses and compliance with licensing laws and regulations. Leading the Software Services team in the delivery and continual improvement of quality services, in line with Information Services strategic goals including an exciting opportunity to be the key driver behind a new ITAM service at the University.
Apply Before: 08/12/2025, 23:59