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Director, Business Development
1 year ago
Job Posting Title
Director, Business DevelopmentWhy Big Fish Games?
Big Fish Games is the home of some of the biggest hit mobile casual games including EverMerge, Gummy Drop!, Cooking Craze, Fairway Solitaire, and many more.
- We are curious and constantly seek improvement in all we do because that’s what our business demands
- We operate with good intentions, confidence, and humility
- We welcome diversity of background, thought, and experience
- We listen actively and value each other
- We foster a fun environment that inspires creativity
Overview
Big Fish Games is looking for a talented and experienced Director, Business Development. This position reports into the Head of Business Development for Big Fish Games and North America Pixel United and will be focused on sourcing game opportunities from new and established developers for the Big Fish Games Pipeline.What You'll Do
- Collaborate with Big Fish team and Pixel United M&A team to source and evaluate potential M&A opportunities
- Work with Big Fish team and Pixel United M&A team to create acquisition/investment business case and deal terms
- Source and negotiate third party development partnerships (working with Big Fish Studio team)
- Source and negotiate new game content for Big Fish PC Premium Games platform
- Manage existing game developer relationships with Big Fish Studio and Big Fish PC Premium Games platform
- Laisse with Big Fish Games legal and finance
What We're Looking For
Must haves:
- 7-10 years of business development experience in the video games industry (preferably mobile games)
- An established network of video game industry contacts
- Deep understanding of the game industry and free-to-play mobile games.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, industry standard data base software and services (i.e. Trello, Looker, Confluence, SensorTower)
- Strong relationship management, communication, and project management capabilities
- Ability to think both strategically and tactically
- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results
Nice to have:
- Business development experience in both PC & mobile games
Big Fish Games is an equal opportunity employer. We bring unique talents together to build something special that’s why we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Benefits And Beyond
Employees constantly rate Big Fish Games highly for its leadership, flexibility, well-being, diversity and inclusion through quarterly surveys.
FLEX-Forward work environment: Customize the when, where, and how you work while delivering goals
Health & More: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Teladoc services, employee assistance program (EAP)
Work-Life: Wellness Friday (half-days), paid time off, parental leave, flexible work policy, studio holiday closure (Enjoy the week between Christmas and New Year!)
Wellbeing: Wellness fairs, weekly virtual workout classes, 24/7 access to mental health and wellbeing support, free therapy and counseling sessions for you and your family
Wealth Care: 401k matching, flexible spending account (FSA), employee discounts, employee stock purchase program
Learn & Grow: LinkedIn Learning subscription, mentorship program, career development, individual development plans, educational assistance on job-related professional development
Community & Fun: Company social events, employee impact groups, company swag, volunteer opportunities
About Big Fish
Building upon our 20-year legacy as a leader in the biggest gaming categories in the world, we are innovating and developing new products within the casual space to add to our extensive portfolio. Big Fish is dedicated to delivering amazing experiences for players to connect, compete and discover play, anywhere and on any device. This means games for broad global audiences in genres that are easy to learn, and difficult to master. Be a part of the team from the start.
Big Fish is part of Pixel United, the free-to-play, mobile-first video games business of Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX: ALL)!
Big Fish Games is an equal opportunity employer. We bring unique talents together to build something special that’s why we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
This position can be performed remotely and is currently open to residents of all locations, except in the state of Colorado and New York City.
Location
Remote - USA (Job Posting)Job family
Strategic AccountsContract Type
RegularTime Type
Full timeCompany
Big Fish Games
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