Mission freelance Hardware Asset Management Architect

Role Overview
The Hardware Asset Management Architect is responsible for defining and governing the enterprise Hardware Asset Management strategy, operating model, architecture, processes, and tooling. The role ensures the effective management of physical technology assets throughout their lifecycle, from procurement and deployment through to retirement and disposal.
The HAM Architect provides strategic leadership for asset governance, inventory management, financial optimisation, CMDB alignment, lifecycle management, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory compliance. The role works closely with procurement, finance, enterprise architecture, service management, security, workplace services, datacentre teams, and technology suppliers.
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Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Architecture
* Define and maintain the enterprise Hardware Asset Management strategy and roadmap.
* Develop target-state HAM operating models, processes, and governance structures.
* Establish architectural standards and controls for asset lifecycle management.
* Ensure HAM capabilities align with broader IT Asset Management (ITAM) and Enterprise Architecture principles.
* Lead HAM transformation and tooling initiatives.
Asset Lifecycle Management

Governance & Compliance
* Establish HAM policies, procedures, and operational controls.
* Ensure alignment between asset repositories, procurement systems, and CMDB records.
Financial Management & Optimisation
* Partner with finance and procurement teams to support:
o Budget planning
o Forecasting

Tooling & Data Management
* Define architecture for HAM platforms and integrations.
* Ensure integrity and accuracy of asset inventories and configuration data.
* Design integrations between:
o CMDB platforms

Improve data quality, reporting, and asset visibility across the enterprise. The internal ITAM documentation specifically references CMDB integration and asset management platform architecture as core components.
Sustainability & Asset Disposition
Translate business requirements into HAM capabilities and governance controls.
Present asset management insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Required Experience
* Significant experience in Hardware Asset Management, IT Asset Management, Enterprise Architecture, or Service Management.
* Experience designing and implementing enterprise HAM operating models.
* Experience with asset lifecycle governance and CMDB management.
* Experience of procurement, supply chain, and financial asset management processes.
* Experience supporting large-scale workplace, datacentre, or infrastructure environments.
* Experience with HAM and ITSM platforms including:
o ServiceNow HAM
o ServiceNow CMDB
o Flexera
o Snow
o BMC Helix
o Lansweeper
o Microsoft Endpoint Management solutions

Technical Knowledge
* Hardware Asset Management (HAM)
* IT Asset Management (ITAM)
* Configuration Management (CMDB)
* Service Asset & Configuration Management (SACM)
* Enterprise Architecture
* IT Service Management (ITIL)
* Discovery and inventory tools
* Procurement and supply chain management
* Asset financial management

Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Information Systems, or related field.
* ITIL Foundation certification or equivalent.
Desirable
* IAITAM Certified Hardware Asset Management (CHAMP)
* IAITAM Certified Asset Management Professional (CAMP)
* ServiceNow HAM Certification
* TOGAF Certification
* ITIL Managing Professional
Key Competencies
* Enterprise architecture and design
* Strategic planning
* Governance and compliance
* Financial management and commercial awareness
* Asset lifecycle optimisation
* Stakeholder management

Success Measures
* Accuracy of enterprise asset inventory.
* Reduction in unaccounted hardware assets.
* Improved CMDB and asset data quality.
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A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

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