Senior Project Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Project Manager (Gamedev): Leading the end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent game development initiatives across interactive and retail markets with an accent on studio-wide delivery frameworks, capacity forecasting, and project governance. Focus on mentoring cross-functional teams, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and mitigating delivery risks to ensure high-quality and timely project completion.

Location: Burton on Trent (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a B2B gaming provider specializing in innovative content and technology for the global regulated gaming and lottery markets.

What you will do

• Oversee the delivery of multiple concurrent game projects, ensuring adherence to scope, quality, time, and budget.
• Define and optimize studio-wide delivery frameworks, processes, and governance standards.
• Manage capacity forecasting and align studio resources with overall demand plans.
• Lead project kick-offs and coordinate gate reviews with necessary documentation.
• Mentor and coach project managers and product owners to enhance delivery skills and team effectiveness.
• Track and report on costs and progress while implementing mitigation strategies for delivery risks.

Requirements

• Significant experience in project management within a complex, multi-disciplinary delivery environment.
• Proven success leading delivery for concurrent projects across large teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative abilities.
• Deep understanding of project management and product ownership methodologies.
• Proficiency in industry-standard management tools such as MS Project or Monday.com.

Nice to have

• Professional experience in project management or product ownership within the gaming industry.
• Formal project management qualifications, such as PRINCE2.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reviews and reward packages.
• Comprehensive pension plan with defined contributions.
• Generous leave policy including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave.
• Enhanced family leave entitlements for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Private healthcare savings scheme and Employee Assistance Program.
• Supportive culture featuring social committees, charity days, and recognition schemes.