Contract Inside IR35 Software Licensing Specialist Financial Services Client The Opportunity Our financial services client is seeking a Software Licensing Specialist to support the governance, processes and controls surrounding the consumption and contribution of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). This role sits within an international team and involves close collaboration with Engineering, Tooling and Legal functions. It is well suited to candidates with strong expertise in open-source licensing, or those with a background in Software Asset Management (SAM) / IT Asset Management (ITAM) within a commercial environment. The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter, comfortable working independently and delivering to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Provide guidance to engineering teams on the implications of FOSS licensing for their applications. Analyse licence and copyright considerations for new open-source software requests. Use FOSS scanning and licensing tools to identify risks and coordinate remediation actions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of FOSS governance and control processes. Review and categorise open-source licences, including those not recognised by automation tools. Support training and awareness initiatives on licensing obligations. Guide and mentor FOSS licensing analysts within the team. Support the evaluation and development of licence assessment tooling. Essential Experience Strong knowled