IT Administrator / Edinburgh – £26.50/hr / 6 Month Contract

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Software Asset Management Administrator to join their team in Edinburgh on a 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for detail to support software licensing and asset management operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records of software licenses, purchases, deployments, and renewals.
• Assist with renewal preparation, including usage analysis and entitlement tracking.
• Input and update data in SAM tools and generate reports for compliance and audit support.
• Liaise with procurement and vendors to confirm licensing details and support renewals.
• Respond to internal queries and support the SAM team in day-to-day operations.

Essential Skills:

• Accurate data entry and strong attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Macros).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks independently.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working within a team setting.
• Familiarity with SAP and common Microsoft packages.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Exposure to SAM tools (e.g., Flexera, ServiceNow, Snow) is a plus.