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Senior Manager, Games Licensing Operations
Location
United States
Posted
14 days ago
Salary
Not specified
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Role Description
This role leads the operational strategy and execution for enterprise-level games licensing initiatives, driving both efficiency and strategic impact.
- Oversee cross-functional teams and liaise with internal and external stakeholders
- Optimize licensing operations to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes
- Combine leadership, process improvement, and vendor management responsibilities
- Focus on performance metrics and risk mitigation
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment leveraging deep industry knowledge and a passion for gaming
- Measure success by the smooth execution of licensing agreements, market responsiveness, and collaboration across teams
- Develop and implement operational strategies to support growth and success in games licensing
- Lead cross-functional collaboration across production, marketing, content, business development, legal, finance, and product teams
- Identify and implement process improvements, creating best practices to enhance operational efficiency
- Manage vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational standards
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational success and drive continuous improvement
- Identify risks in licensing operations and develop mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and protect organizational interests
- Stay informed on gaming industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities to inform strategic decision-making
Qualifications
- 8–10 years of experience in operations within licensing, publishing, or product development, preferably in gaming or entertainment
- Strong leadership and team development experience managing high-performing teams
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
- Deep understanding and passion for the UGC gaming ecosystem and familiarity with major players and current trends
- Proven track record managing complex projects and delivering results in dynamic, fast-paced environments
- Additional experience in game production or marketing, credited on multiple launched titles, is highly desirable
- Knowledge of emerging gaming platforms and technologies, including streaming, is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $260,000–$520,000 USD, with flexibility between cash compensation and stock options
- Comprehensive health plans and mental health support
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Stock option program
- Disability programs, life insurance, and serious injury benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Family-forming benefits and paid leave programs
- Flexible time off for full-time salaried employees; PTO accrual for full-time hourly employees
Job Requirements
- 8–10 years of experience in operations within licensing, publishing, or product development, preferably in gaming or entertainment
- Strong leadership and team development experience managing high-performing teams
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
- Deep understanding and passion for the UGC gaming ecosystem and familiarity with major players and current trends
- Proven track record managing complex projects and delivering results in dynamic, fast-paced environments
- Additional experience in game production or marketing, credited on multiple launched titles, is highly desirable
- Knowledge of emerging gaming platforms and technologies, including streaming, is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $260,000–$520,000 USD, with flexibility between cash compensation and stock options
- Comprehensive health plans and mental health support
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Stock option program
- Disability programs, life insurance, and serious injury benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Family-forming benefits and paid leave programs
- Flexible time off for full-time salaried employees; PTO accrual for full-time hourly employees
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