Associate Manager

IN_Senior Associate_Software Asset Management(SAM)_RC - GRC AITH_Advisory_Noida Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector FS X-Sector Specialism Risk Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. Those in governance, risk, controls and compliance at PwC will be responsible for confirming regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients. Your work will involve providing advice and solutions to help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. • Why PWC At PwC , you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC , we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. " Job Description & Summary: A career within…. Responsibilities: Take ownership of creating, reviewing, and managing comprehensive Effective License Positions (ELPs) for at least one tier 1 publishers( IBM, Oracle, SAP, MS). Apply end-to-end licensing methodologies to optimize software usage and compliance. Develop and implement licensing strategies based on usage data and compliance requirements. Lead complex license audits and manage relationships with multiple software publishers. Analyze software usage data to recommend cost-saving opportunities. Provide guidance and training to junior team members. Act as a subject matter expert for licensing strategy and compliance issues. Skills and Qualifications: Strong expertise in ELP creation of at least one or two tier 1 publishers (IBM, MS, SAP and Oracle) and software license management. Deep understanding of licensing methodologies, contract negotiation fundamentals, and compliance frameworks. Proficiency in one or more SAM tools (Flexera, SAM Pro, SNOW, USU etc.) and software compliance assessment techniques. Experience with benchmarking and best practices in SAM. Good project management and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to produce detailed reports around SAM maturity assessment. Experience: 2 to 8 years of progressive experience in Software Asset Management and license compliance. Mandatory skill sets: SAM basic knowledge, SAM basic knowledge with Flexera operations, Flexera implementation, SAP licensing, SAM Pro Operations, SAM tool operations Preferred skill sets: SAM basic knowledge, SAM basic knowledge with Flexera operations, Flexera implementation, SAP licensing, SAM Pro Operations, SAM tool operations Years of experience required: 2 to 10 years Education qualification: Graduate Engineer or Management Graduate Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Engineering, MBA (Master of Business Administration)Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills SAM Software Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Decisions, Business Performance Management, C-Level Presentations, Communication, Compliance Frameworks, Compliance Policies, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Review, Controls Testing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Finance Target Operating Model, Finance Transformation, Financial Reporting, Fraud Detection, Fraud Prevention, Group Facilitation {+ 18 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date May 5, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level