Job type full-time regular / permanent
Full job description
Job reference
Req-0004320_crt:1655226601103
Company name
Riot games
Salary
Competitive
Location
Mumbai, india
Country
India
Industry sector
Animation
Job start date
Asap
Posted date
14/06/2022
Experience level
Mid-senior level
Job type
Permanent | full time
Remote / hybrid
No
Reporting to the director of country management, apac, as country manager, you will help us set up and grow our business in india and the south asia region.
You will build a team to develop an immersive player experience for current and new players across riot`s portfolio of games, esports and entertainment, with a specific focus on the mobile games market.
We are looking for someone with a strong player and cultural empathy that can lead the development and local execution of marketing go-to-market plans, set up publishing services, and build strategic partnerships in the region to create long-term value for players and riot.
We expect the candidate to have the leadership track record, interest, and business acumen in the variety of the tech and consumer industries in india such as games, tech, media, telco, othersHaving a strong business network is required.
Responsibilities:
Build riot`s india games, esports and entertainment publishing organization and ensure that it delivers player value in an efficient wayBuild and develop a high-performance business development team.
In alignment with the senior leadership team, create the strategic vision for riot in indiaExecute high impact initiatives and projects that may include new ecosystem product development, esports development, branding and advertising, community engagement, local content creation, press relations, etc
Manage the development of strategic initiatives on critical areas of focus that could accelerate and further diversify our growth
Support the local marketing strategy development in alignment with global plans and drive the prioritization of marketing spend across the region
Lead the ongoing development of riot`s strategic and commercial partnerships across indiaIdentify and execute business partnerships by engaging and managing third-party agencies or direct relationshipsCreate a network of partners who share riot`s philosophy in `player experience first` and who can help us deliver authentic experiences to our players
Oversee strategies focused on monetization, payment methods operations and optimization, ecommerce, and develop b2b strategic alliances
Create and support leads for commercial execution on sponsorship deals from sourcing, structuring, and closing through campaign implementation and partner retention
Prioritize effectively and leverage relationships with internal riot teams and stakeholdersBe the face and voice of riot india, representing us with player communities, the media, government, and trade associations
Be responsible for compliance and regulatory requirements of the local authorities to gaming companies and riot games
Lead by example, promote riot`s culture and drive cultural alignment within riot
Required qualifications:
8+ years of work experience in publishing or marketing within the video game or entertainment industry
3+ years of business development and or general management experience
Direct p&l ownership
Experience driving strong business results through strategy
A deep understanding of the mobile games market in india
Experience achieving excellent results collaborating with other teams across the globe
Languages: english, hindi [business proficiency]
Desirable mba
For this role, you`ll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of playersWe will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with gamesIf you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!
Our perks:
We offer medical, dental, and vision plans that cover you, your spouse/domestic partner, and childrenLife insurance, parental leave, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage are also availableRiot will support your retirement benefits with a company match and double down your donations of time and money to non-profit charitable organizationsBalance between work and personal life is encouraged with open paid time off, and a play fund so you can broaden and deepen your personal relationship with games.
Let`s thrive together:
Because together we are better.
It`s our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and members of riot gamesWe know that fresh and varied perspectives will make us better at what we do, so however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, we`re excited to hear from youDon`t be discouraged if you feel you don`t fully meet every single one of the requirements for a role, there`s always room for growth at riotIf you spot a role that will make you want to jump out of bed in the morning, we are waiting to hear from you!
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