Full Job Description
Senior Game Scout
PC & Console Games - Business Development
Full-time
Leamington Spa, England
Join the team!
As we continue to grow, we are now looking for an additional Senior Game Scout to join our PC & Console publishing team in our office in Leamington Spa, working onsite 5 days per week alongside both national & international travel.
As a Senior Game Scout, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and securing potential hit games for our PC & Console division. You will collaborate to forge and sustain trusted partnerships with game developers, all while driving corporate profitability and growth.
Responsibilities
- Leverage your extensive knowledge of games, research insights, and industry experience to identify high-quality PC & Console games for potential publication.
- Evaluate and analyse sourced or submitted games, supporting our internal due diligence process.
- Lead and manage Publishing Scouts and Publishing Evangelists.
- Establish, build, and maintain a wide network of developer contacts to foster strong industry relationships.
- Continuously monitor and analyse market trends to inform team activities, capitalise on emerging opportunities, and implement best-in-class publishing and scouting strategies.
- Present key publishing insights to the Head of PC and Console Publishing as necessary.
- Play our games and research competitor products to understand what drives success in the PC & Console market.
Requirements
- At least 3+ years of experience or equivalent in Video Game Scouting, Business Development or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM Management and Networking skills (specific tools/software).
- A proven track record of signing deals and winning business from competitors.
- An understanding of the legal framework in the industry and what a win / win scenario looks like.
- International travel to games industry events will be required.
- Based in our Leamington Spa office, working 5 days per week on-site when you are not traveling both nationally & internationally for work.
Why Kwalee?
Generous Holiday: Start with 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. You'll also earn an extra day for every year of service, up to 5 years!
Flexible Working: We offer core hours that allow you to work flexibly around your life, and a bank of 'Work From Home' days to use when you need them.
Health Cover: Private medical cover, life assurance, a solid pension plan, and cover for dental and optical care.
Recharge: Take advantage of our on-site gym and a supportive atmosphere that prioritises your wellbeing.
Free Food & Drink: Fuel your day with unlimited free snacks and drinks.
Gaming Goodies: Receive Steam codes for all our game releases!
Dog-Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend to our vibrant, fun office.
Office Location: Leamington Spa office location, with from parking and electric charging stations.
Merch & Events: Get exclusive Kwalee merch, enjoy fun seasonal events, and stay informed with regular town halls.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Kwalee, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, where we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving creativity. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Our culture is built on celebrating the diverse voices of our team members, fuelling innovation and strengthening our connection to our players. We are dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of life, including age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
We recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, and well-being in retaining our talented team. At Kwalee, we celebrate individuality and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.