License Manager Senior

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Manages the administration of software licenses including contractual compliance; and harvesting unused capacity and cloud usage/license management. Manages software license information and updates. Assist with the development of enterprise wide IT purchasing standards and procedures. Serves as liaison to the Finance and Legal departments as it relates to the functions of this position. Provides support to the Finance department by providing asset information. Defines requirements for license acquisition and procedures to include management and disposal strategies for the enterprise. Works effectively within the Vendor Management Office (VMO), the architecture/planning team, and other IT and LOB partners. Candidates located in Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota are strongly preferred. We invite you to view the opportunity below. As a Senior License Manager, you will: Identify savings opportunities for renewals, software licensing, and services, and follow through to ensure those savings are recognized. Partner within the VMO, Finance, Project Leaders, and Business Line leaders to ensure that negotiated licenses are appropriate and in the best interest of all parties. Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, licensing, and contractual requirements by implementing effective monitoring processes and procedures. Develop key performance metrics and tracking mechanisms to capture effectiveness of asset management process. Develop, implement, and continuously improve a structured Software Asset Management (SAM and Cloud Asset Management (CAM) strategy and governance program. Work with the VMO and other engaged parties to manage and defend all internal and external audits of IT license assets. Provide leadership in forecasting SAM, and CAM needs related to organic growth and growth through acquisition. Develop strong collaborative interpersonal relationships within and outside of IT. Education Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with field of study as Business Administration, Technology, or related field. Required. Experience 5-6 years of experience with IT Asset Management including Software Asset Management (SAM). Required. In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. Paid time off to volunteer in your community. Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more. Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline. Associated Bank provides additional assistance to individuals with disabilities throughout the application & interview process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the interview process. Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish. Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant. At Associated Bank, our purpose is to uplift our customers, community and colleagues to be financially stronger. We do this through our relentless focus on people, with a winning spirit, by listening before we act and with a commitment to achieve together. What does it mean to be #RootedHere? For us, it means having a career that grows with you. We think you'll like the opportunities available at Associated Bank. Introduce yourself to our talent acquisition consultants and we'll contact you if there's a role that seems like a good match.