IT Licensing & Commercial Lead - Budget, Compliance

First Quantum Minerals Ltd.; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining firm in the UK is seeking a professional to lead and manage the commercial and licensing activities within Group IT. This role involves budgeting, compliance with software licensing, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial planning, robust analytical skills, and a background in software licensing. Join an innovative team and help shape our service delivery strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in budget ownership and financial planning within an IT function.
• Background in software licensing, including compliance and audits.
• Ability to manage contract lifecycles and vendor performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and licensing activities within Group IT.
• Manage the IT budget planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with software licensing terms and conditions.

Skills

Budget ownership

Software licensing compliance

Vendor negotiation

Analytical skills

Multi-national collaboration

Education

Qualifications in Mathematics and English

ITIL Foundation or higher

Commercial or Licensing Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, JDE)

Contract Management Tools

Software Asset Management Tools

Service Management Platforms

Job description

A leading mining firm in the UK is seeking a professional to lead and manage the commercial and licensing activities within Group IT. This role involves budgeting, compliance with software licensing, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial planning, robust analytical skills, and a background in software licensing. Join an innovative team and help shape our service delivery strategies.