Software Asset Manager

Job Description

Software Asset Manager

Job Location: Edinburgh Parks Adelaide South Australia – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, such as a 9-day fortnight.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

As the Software Asset Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring end-to-end management of software renewals, ensuring commercial optimisation, risk mitigation, and alignment with organisational licensing and technology strategies. This role partners closely with ICT, Finance, Commercial, and vendors to drive cost savings, improve renewal governance, and support long-term software asset management objectives.

Core Duties:

• Conduct detailed license and subscription usage analysis to inform the renewal decision making process
• Manage new and existing agreements regarding Government Furnished Equipment
• Track vendor lifecycles, product roadmaps, and ICT requirements
• Lead negotiations with software vendors to achieve cost savings, improved contractual terms, and increased flexibility
• Prepare negotiation strategies, business cases, and approval documentation for senior stakeholders
• Partner with Finance and project management functions to support budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and multi-year cost planning for software spend and supporting estimation
• Collaborate with Legal to review and negotiate contractual terms and end user licence agreements, compliance obligations, audit clauses, and exit provisions
• Support software audits and true-up activities, minimizing financial and compliance exposure
• Produce regular reports on renewal status, savings achieved, risks, and upcoming commitments
• Contribute to continuous improvement of renewal governance, templates, and procurement best practices.
• Act as a subject matter expert for software renewals.

About You:

• Extensive experience in a procurement role where responsibilities included software licensing models, renewal negotiation, and vendor management
• Excellent communication skills required, both written and verbal
• Team orientated with a lean in approach
• Excellent time management skills and be a motivated self-starter with high attention to detail
• Organisational and problem-solving skills
• An ability to work and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• A flexible and can do attitude
• Computer literacy, with intermediate knowledge of MS Suite. Familiarity with tools like SharePoint and Oracle is desirable
• Ability to hold and maintain Government Security Clearance
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role

The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) PROJECT

The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) is a connected series of three remote over-the-horizon radars (OTHR) located in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The state-of-the-art defence system provides wide-area surveillance at ranges of 1,000 to 3,000 kilometres and plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) air and maritime operations, border protection, disaster relief and rescue operations

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information