Manager, Partnership Management (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Manager, Partnership Management (Gamedev): Overseeing a passionate team responsible for managing relationships across Global and Americas partnerships with an accent on strategic planning and partner growth. Focus on leading cross-functional coordination, driving incremental opportunities, and ensuring flawless execution of partnership milestones.

Company

Riot Games is a global leader in games, entertainment, and esports, dedicated to creating player-focused experiences that bring value to a worldwide audience.

What you will do

• Lead and develop a high-performing partnership management team.
• Serve as a senior relationship lead with key global and regional partners.
• Coordinate cross-functional and external teams to execute partnership strategies from concept to delivery.
• Identify and drive incremental opportunities within existing partner portfolios.
• Advocate for partner needs and objectives to ensure alignment with player experience and contractual compliance.
• Oversee partnership recap reports, performance analysis, and budget management.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Partnership Management, Account Management, or Sponsorship Sales.
• Direct people management experience.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 20-30% of the time.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance plans.
• Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules.
• Parental leave for employees and their families.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Collaborative environment focused on player empathy and unique perspectives.