Software Asset & Licensing Lead (Fixed Term)

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Company Description “We are a company that values diversity, inclusiveness, and innovative thinking." Come grow with us. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. Partner with our business leaders locally and throughout Australia and New Zealand and operate in a core team across the region, working with a variety of stakeholders and contribute towards key deliverables. No matter where you are in your career, there's a path for you here at AECOM. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer . Job Description How you'll make a difference We're looking for a Software Asset & Licensing Lead to lead software asset and licensing governance across Australia and New Zealand. By combining commercial insight with hands-on portfolio management, you'll ensure our people have access to the software they need, optimise licence utilisation and maximise the value of our technology investments. Partner with business teams to understand software needs, enable access to the right tools at the right time, and support effective and responsible software consumption. Actively manage the software portfolio by optimising licence allocation, identifying and reclaiming underutilised licences, forecasting demand, and improving utilisation across the organisation. Provide trusted data, reporting and commercial insights that identify optimisation opportunities, support technology investment decisions, and maximise the value of software spend. Maintain accurate software asset, licensing and contract information to strengthen governance, improve portfolio visibility, and support informed planning and decision-making. Build strong relationships with technology vendors, procurement and stakeholders to improve software outcomes, manage licensing risk, and deliver sustainable value from technology investments. Qualifications The qualities that help you thrive The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. Approximately 7+ years' professional experience, including several years in software asset management, software licensing or technology portfolio management, with demonstrated success optimising software investments and influencing commercial and technology decisions. Strong analytical and data capability, with the confidence to translate utilisation and cost data into clear insights for Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders. Proven experience in software asset management (SAM) and licensing governance, including allocation, reclamation, lifecycle management, compliance, optimisation and the ability to establish effective controls and ways or working. Commercially minded, with strong negotiation and influencing skills, and a genuine drive to actively hunt for and deliver value opportunities through software optimisation, improved licence management and smarter investment decisions. Technical, applied knowledge within an engineering, consulting, education or construction environment, with familiarity with tools like Autodesk or Bentley highly regarded. This role can be based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or New Zealand Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 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About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. 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