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Sr. Manager, Corporate Development
2 years ago
KRAFTON, Inc. is a collective of independent game development teams responsible for various entertainment properties, including PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS, ELYON, and TERA. The name, which is derived from the word craftsmanship, is an acknowledgement of the company’s never-ending pursuit of innovation and creating engaging experiences.
KRAFTON currently consists of PUBG Studio, Striking Distance Studios, Bluehole Studio, and RisingWings. KRAFTON is in growth mode and seeking a Senior Manager of Corporate Development who will be full-time in our Santa Monica, California office. If you are passionate about corporate development and have a hankering for chicken dinners, then this may be the place for you!
Responsibilities:
- Support M&A and corporate development efforts in the Americas region to proactively source and evaluate M&A and partnership opportunities
- Help drive the entire M&A process, including market landscapes, target valuation, due diligence, deal negotiations, and integration
- Develop and monitor a pipeline of potential M&A and partnership opportunities
- Establish and maintain relationships with senior executives from startups, technology and gaming companies, and VCs to stay up-to-date with the competitive landscape
- Report to the head of corporate development of the Americas but work proactively and solely lead the strategy & deal process if necessary
- Other relevant corporate development duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in a mix of venture capital, consulting, investment banking, strategy or corporate development roles in the gaming/technology industry
- Proven ability to manage complex M&A and other transactions, including a solid track record of managing deals end to end
- Ability to develop deep, trust-based relationships and influence different stakeholder groups directly and indirectly
- Self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity; must be self-directed starting day 1 on the job
- Persuasive communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to tailor communications to a broad range of internal and external audiences
Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- 100% family coverage of medical, dental, vision insurance
- Unlimited time off for all employees
- 401K match, covered life insurance
- Weekly Grubhub lunch stipend
- Lots of PUBG Swag including Loot Box drops and free PUBG play on Steam
- Fun team building activities throughout the year
Reasonable Accommodation
PUBG Santa Monica is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at PUBG Santa Monica, to begin the interactive process.
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