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What we are searching for

You want to make a difference and have a passion for esports.
You are enthusiastic, eager to operate complex tasks and able to think outside the box.
You want to to work with an international team of engineers on innovative solutions and new approaches.

Do you have experience in games publishing / marketing? Do you know eSports products like the back of your hand? Do you know how competitive gaming can support the publishing process, grow audiences & ultimately become an independent revenue stream? Are you a true team player and know how to lead a team? Then we would like you to join our Pub/Dev Team as the VP Publisher Relations!

In the VP Publisher Relations role, you will be leading ESL’s global Publisher Relations team, working from the Headquarter in Cologne, Germany. You will be leading the team on global initiatives for all relevant, competitive esports titles.

Details
Location: Germany/Cologne
Timeline: available immediately

Job description
Future Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Manage & own the commercial responsibility of the Publisher Relations business unit and lead the critical, strategic relationships
  • Lead the publisher team and manage/optimize the team’s resources in line with the global strategy and financial objectives
  • Position yourself as the trusted go-to POC for the team during program development, pitching & execution phases across various programs with the goal of building successful long-term partnerships with publishers
  • Help defining global publisher strategy and programs with the executive leadership in accordance with ESL`s overall strategy
  • Maintain an overview over all pitches and ensure AAA quality standards, feasibility & global strategic alignment with ESL strategy
  • Support, mentor and coach regional leads (located in Burbank, CA & Singapore) and support in performance management and personal development
  • Directly manage the EMEA team
  • Manage the organizational, financial & budgetary goals of the Pub/Dev team
  • Coordinate across multiple departments and global offices to ensure streamlined execution, communication and completion of goals across all accounts and excellent partner experience every time
  • Analyze complex issues extensively and conceptualize improvements/ changes in the team’s methods and techniques
  • Drive innovation that directly influences the way the team is operating

Job requirements
 Must haves:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or more than 8 years of equivalent experience/qualification (preferably in esports or publisher and developer industry)
  • Min. 3 years’ experience in a leadership position with budget responsibilities
  • Knowledge of the gaming industry is a must
  • Proven network with existing relationships in the game publishing world
  • Creative thinking and ability to build and maintain strong industry wide relationships
  • Fluent in English, additional spoken/written foreign languages are a plus
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a charismatic attitude that helps you direct all involved parties in a professional and engaging manner towards a successful program execution
  • Good negotiation skills and out of the box mentality, always looking to stay on the cutting edge with new ideas around competitive programs & entertaining content, knowing how to drive viewership

Nice to have:

  • Product or program management experience within the esports industry
  • A self-starter attitude with an understanding of esports ecosystems, broadcasts, all they involve and a desire to push past perceived boundaries
  • A strong desire to learn about and explore all the gaming space has to offer
  • Ability to build rapport with internal stakeholders and develop strong, trusting relationships with senior leaders across ESL and partner organizations
  • The ability to seek challenges, be flexible on changing tech, goals, and become immersed in the ever-evolving landscape of esports
  • Champion cooperation and partnership to provide integrated program solutions
  • Ability to influence & persuade others across ESL and externally as an internally and externally recognized thought leader representing ESL’s values

Job Benefits

What is it like working at ESL Gaming?

At ESL Gaming you are surrounded by some of the brightest minds in gaming. Our hierarchies are flat and your ideas and opinions are constantly in demand. Each day will be met with complex and challenging tasks we are going to solve together. Quick decision making allows us to create products which shape and define the nature of the esports market. We value team chemistry and teamwork above anything else, creating a friendly and fast paced work environment.

Application information

You feel ready for the challenge to work at ESL Gaming GmbH? Please send us your application with your earliest starting date (including: CV, if available, some previous work samples and credentials) in PDF format