Head of Partnerships / Studios

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Head of Partnerships / Studios

Apply locations Chiswick, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R320324

iGaming:
If it's iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

Light & Wonder is the global leader in cross-platform games and entertainment. The company brings together 5,000 employees from six continents to connect content between land-based and digital channels with unmatched technology and distribution. Guided by a culture that values daring teamwork and creativity, Light & Wonder builds new worlds of play, developing game experiences loved by players around the globe. The company's Infinity platform powers the largest digital-gaming network in the industry. Light & Wonder is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Head of Partnerships / Studios to join the Light & Wonder Spark Team. As a senior member, this position entails managing the strategic relationships and day-to-day operations with all the Studios within the Light & Wonder Spark network. The role will include close engagement with various internal teams too.

Responsibilities of the Head of Studios:

• Conduct monthly reviews with the studios to discuss game performance, pinpoint areas of improvement, and explore potential business development opportunities.
• Develop performance scorecards with key KPIs for each studio, enabling data-driven decisions and effective prioritization.
• Refine and implement the framework to onboard and manage the studios, with the aim of refining operational practices and streamlining efficiencies.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new Studios.
• Collaborate with the Light & Wonder Spark Project Managers and Studios to plan and manage the Studios' deliverables for all the games.
• Identify, manage risks, and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Establish clear expectations and ensure accountability amongst team members.
• Regularly update studios on game delivery progress and effectively communicate any issues or risks.
• Proactively investigate ways to enhance the quality of processes and tools for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate forums for enhancing game delivery with the Studios and ensure that the resulting outcomes are actionable with assigned ownership.
• Stay informed about regulatory and product requirements, and clearly communicate their impact on each studio.
• Attend and represent Light & Wonder Spark at industry events. Assist in coordinating Light & Wonder Spark Partner events.

Qualifications

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience in managing partnerships and B2B account management concepts.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Impeccable organization and communication skills, able to describe technical concepts to non-technical people.
• Fast working, accurate, and professional.
• Great at working with others, proactive with ideas and solutions.

• Commercially astute, approaches problems and opportunities from the perspective of the Casino Strategy.
• Experience within a regulated online environment, as certification and regulation are deeply embedded in our process.

• Knowledge of the gambling industry (specifically Casino).

Additional Information

Why would you enjoy working with us at Light & Wonder?

• Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment, as well as a modern and exciting workplace.
• The opportunity to interact with global teams regularly and the possibility to switch teams and projects as you and our business develop and grow.
• Exciting projects with opportunities to create positive change in our game engineering ecosystem.

And if that is not enough; you will get to enjoy a stunning work location and flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress quickly and enhance your career.