Overview Global License Manager – Software & Compliance (IONOS Group) (f/m/d) at IONOS. Location: Alcobendas, Community of Madrid, Spain.
What You'll Do Coordinate software license management at both a strategic and operational level.
Manage different Microsoft licensing models and other major vendors (Oracle, VMware, Adobe, SAP, etc.).
Monitor and optimise software license usage and costs through inventories, analysis, and audits.
Continuously improve SAM processes with a focus on compliance and traceability.
Lead internal software audits and support external vendor audits.
Act as the main point of contact across key departments (IT, Procurement, Legal, Finance) and with external vendors at the European level.
Translate technical and contractual information into reports and presentations for senior leadership and executive committees.
Develop, maintain, and communicate clear policies and procedures for license management.
Qualifications University degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or similar.
Minimum 3–5 years' experience in license management, compliance, or SAM in large organisations (+1000 employees).
Strong understanding of licensing metrics for major vendors such as Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Atlassian, Salesforce, Docker, Miro, etc.
Hands-on experience with license management tools (e.g., Snow, Flexera, ServiceNow).
Proven experience conducting internal audits and supporting external audits.
Fluent English (C1) – both written and spoken.
Certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft Licensing Specialist, or ISO SAM are a plus.
What Makes This Role Special Real autonomy to shape processes and structures.
International setting with strategic exposure and visibility at senior levels.
Career growth into full software lifecycle or asset management leadership.
Direct impact on cost efficiency across the group.
Full onboarding with experienced team members.
Access to ongoing technical training, support for certifications, and industry events.
Long-term career path with growth into SAM or compliance leadership.
Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development, Information Technology, and Analyst
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Telecommunications, and Business Consulting and Services
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