Software Asset Management Lead

SOFTWARE ASSET MANAGEMENT LEAD

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We're seeking a future team member for the role of Principal, SOFTWARE ASSET MANAGEMENT LEAD to join our ASSET MANAGEMENT LIFECYCLE team. This role is located in LAKE MARY, FL or PITTSBURGH, PA. In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways: Be part of a team leveraging AI and automation to transform IT Asset Management. Our IT Asset Management team is at the heart of ensuring operational resilience and compliance across the enterprise. We are seeking a senior leader to drive the next evolution of Software Asset Management (SAM) function. This role will inherit a mature, well respected SAM capability and transform it from a primarily manual, service based function into a scalable, automated, product centric platform that enables technology and product owners to onboard, self‑manage, and govern their own software products with confidence. This leader will balance deep SAM expertise with a forward‑thinking mindset, leveraging automation, AI‑driven insights, and modern platform design to reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and embed SAM into the natural flow of product and application lifecycle management. To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following: 10+ years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or related technology governance disciplines. Demonstrated experience driving automation, platform modernization, or productization of internal services. Ability to translate complex licensing and compliance concepts into simple, consumable experiences for product and application owners. Experience partnering with audit, risk, and compliance functions while maintaining a pragmatic, business focused approach. Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree preferred. 10-12 years of related experience required; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.

PREFERERED:

Strong understanding of software licensing models across commercial, SaaS, cloud, and open source ecosystems. Experience applying AI, analytics, or advanced automation to asset, inventory, or lifecycle management use cases. Background in building or operating self‑service platforms or internal products. Familiarity with ServiceNow ITAM/SAM, CMDB, and enterprise inventory systems. Experience operating in large, complex, regulated enterprise environments. Benefits BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr BNY Mellon