PlayStation is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their Finance team. The role involves forecasting, reporting, and analysis for Creative Arts groups. The Financial Analyst will work collaboratively with regional finance teams, PlayStation Studios leadership, and budget holders to drive improvement initiatives, deliver budgets and forecasts, and identify cost-saving opportunities. The role is based in either Liverpool or London, UK, and reports to the FP&amp;A Manager based in San Diego, CA, US. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in accounting, business, management, or finance, with CPA or MBA preferred. They should have experience in management reporting and budgeting/forecasting, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work with large volumes of data. Experience in the gaming industry or media and entertainment is desirable. PlayStation offers benefits such as a discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, dental scheme, 25 days of holiday per year, and more. Sony is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity.

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation Studios Finance team is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the team. This role is responsible for Forecasting, Reporting and Analysis for Creative Arts groups.</p>
<p>This opportunity will have you work collaboratively with regional finance teams, PlayStation Studios leadership and budget holders to drive improvement initiatives, bring a value perspective to the equation, and deliver budgets and overheads, quarterly and monthly forecasts, financial reporting, and strategic/ad-hoc cost-savings opportunities.</p>
<p>You face challenges with optimism and are always looking for ways to be helpful and improve the team.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>This is a UK-based role in either our Liverpool or London locations reporting to PlayStation Studios' FP&amp;A Manager who is based out of San Diego, CA US.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Partner with heads of departments to develop a full understanding of their organisation’s strategic priorities, resource and headcount needs, and partner with them to execute and improve financial planning, budgeting, and reporting</li>
<li>Develop and produce regular and ad-hoc reports to support decision making at various levels of management</li>
<li>Act as a trusted business partner for service group department leads</li>
<li>Perform critical analysis of departmental performance using key performance metrics</li>
<li>Monitor capacity utilisation and cost allocation reporting for service groups and assist with initiatives to improve allocation rates</li>
<li>Partner closely with key regional department representatives and finance staff in Asia, UK and US developing a proven understanding of regional accounting practices and ensuring timelines and results are met.</li>
<li>Facilitate month and quarter end close (accruals) and inter-company transactions.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong><br /><br /><strong>Education and Certifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, management, or finance required - CPA is preferred</li>
<li>MBA or an advanced degree in business, management, or finance preferred</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience</strong></p>
<p>Essential:</p>
<ul>
<li>Proven experience working in a financial environment with involvement in management reporting and budgeting/forecasting.</li>
<li>Strong MS Office skills, particularly MS Excel (pivots, sumifs, vlookups etc).</li>
<li>Be versatile, working with large volumes of data.</li>
<li>Ability to quickly assimilate new processes and technologies.</li>
<li>Personal time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to ensure that deadlines are met.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills (both speaking and listening)</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail.</li>
<li>Self-starter with ability to work in a fluid environment.</li>
<li>Interest in Games and passion for the Game industry</li>
<li>Experienced in SAP, Oracle or other accounting packages.</li>
<li>Collaborative worker in cross functional/regional teams.</li>
</ul>
<p>Desirable:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prior work experience in Game Industry or Media &amp; Entertainment.</li>
<li>Exposure to OLAP planning applications such as Planning Analytics</li>
<li>Previous experience in report building with Cognos Analytics or a similar Business Intelligence tool (e.g. SAP BW, Business Objects).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Discretionary bonus opportunity</li>
<li>Private Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Scheme</li>
<li>25 days holiday per year</li>
<li>On Site Gym</li>
<li>Subsidised Café</li>
<li>Free soft drinks</li>
<li>On site bar</li>
<li>Access to cycle garage and showers</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><em>Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.</em></p>

    

    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
<p>We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.</p>
<p><em>PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.</em></p></div>

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation Studios Finance team is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the team. This role is responsible for Forecasting, Reporting and Analysis for Creative Arts groups.</p>
<p>This opportunity will have you work collaboratively with regional finance teams, PlayStation Studios leadership and budget holders to drive improvement initiatives, bring a value perspective to the equation, and deliver budgets and overheads, quarterly and monthly forecasts, financial reporting, and strategic/ad-hoc cost-savings opportunities.</p>
<p>You face challenges with optimism and are always looking for ways to be helpful and improve the team.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>This is a UK-based role in either our Liverpool or London locations reporting to PlayStation Studios' FP&amp;A Manager who is based out of San Diego, CA US.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Partner with heads of departments to develop a full understanding of their organisation’s strategic priorities, resource and headcount needs, and partner with them to execute and improve financial planning, budgeting, and reporting</li>
<li>Develop and produce regular and ad-hoc reports to support decision making at various levels of management</li>
<li>Act as a trusted business partner for service group department leads</li>
<li>Perform critical analysis of departmental performance using key performance metrics</li>
<li>Monitor capacity utilisation and cost allocation reporting for service groups and assist with initiatives to improve allocation rates</li>
<li>Partner closely with key regional department representatives and finance staff in Asia, UK and US developing a proven understanding of regional accounting practices and ensuring timelines and results are met.</li>
<li>Facilitate month and quarter end close (accruals) and inter-company transactions.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong><br /><br /><strong>Education and Certifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, management, or finance required - CPA is preferred</li>
<li>MBA or an advanced degree in business, management, or finance preferred</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience</strong></p>
<p>Essential:</p>
<ul>
<li>Proven experience working in a financial environment with involvement in management reporting and budgeting/forecasting.</li>
<li>Strong MS Office skills, particularly MS Excel (pivots, sumifs, vlookups etc).</li>
<li>Be versatile, working with large volumes of data.</li>
<li>Ability to quickly assimilate new processes and technologies.</li>
<li>Personal time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to ensure that deadlines are met.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills (both speaking and listening)</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail.</li>
<li>Self-starter with ability to work in a fluid environment.</li>
<li>Interest in Games and passion for the Game industry</li>
<li>Experienced in SAP, Oracle or other accounting packages.</li>
<li>Collaborative worker in cross functional/regional teams.</li>
</ul>
<p>Desirable:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prior work experience in Game Industry or Media &amp; Entertainment.</li>
<li>Exposure to OLAP planning applications such as Planning Analytics</li>
<li>Previous experience in report building with Cognos Analytics or a similar Business Intelligence tool (e.g. SAP BW, Business Objects).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Discretionary bonus opportunity</li>
<li>Private Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Scheme</li>
<li>25 days holiday per year</li>
<li>On Site Gym</li>
<li>Subsidised Café</li>
<li>Free soft drinks</li>
<li>On site bar</li>
<li>Access to cycle garage and showers</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><em>Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.</em></p>
<p> </p>

    

    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
<p>We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.</p>
<p><em>PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.</em></p></div>

PlayStation Studios is seeking a Senior Manager, Partner Sourcing to establish and lead a new team responsible for identifying, negotiating, and managing outsourcing and co-development partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in vendor management, game development, and co-development best practices. They will collaborate with business stakeholders to build processes and advance the Partner Sourcing strategy. The main responsibilities include providing expertise to studios, promoting best practices, supporting vendor selection and onboarding, increasing outsourcing and co-development volume and efficiency, building relationships with key vendors, creating strategic roadmaps, and managing supplier relationships. The candidate should have strong stakeholder management skills, business acumen, organizational skills, and excellent communication skills. They should also be knowledgeable about the partner landscape and industry trends. The position reports to the Head of Development Strategy for PlayStation Studios. Sony is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity.

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <h3><strong>Sr. Manager, Partner Sourcing (Canada, Remote)</strong></h3>
<p>PlayStation Studios is establishing a new Partner Sourcing Team that will support our studios with identifying, negotiating and managing outsourcing and co-development partners.</p>
<p>As this is the inaugural Partner Sourcing role, we are looking for a skilled individual with extensive experience to establish this team, collaborate with business stakeholders to build processes and help us advance the Partner Sourcing strategy.</p>
<p>This role requires strong vendor management skills and a solid understanding of the game development process and co-development best practices. This highly collaborative individual will have a proven track record for building successful partnerships and brings an extensive partner network.</p>
<p>This role will report into the Head of Development Strategy for PlayStation Studios.</p>
<p>The team’s goals will be to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Enhance the outsourcing and co-development capability across our portfolio of studios.</li>
<li>Achieve sustainable deals that deliver on quality, pricing and crucial collaboration between PlayStation Studios and external partners.</li>
<li>Develop a long-term strategic view of PlayStation Studios’ outsourcing and co-development needs.</li>
<li>Continuously improve our internal processes working to streamline interactions with central functions, such as IT, Information Security, Legal and Finance.</li>
</ul>
<p>PlayStation Studios takes a non-mandated sourcing approach that supports our studios’ creative autonomy.</p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide central outsourcing and co-development expertise to the studios.</li>
<li>Promote best practices for continuous improvement, chairing a forum of outsourcing managers across the studios.</li>
<li>Support studio outsourcing managers with vendor selection, negotiation, due diligence and onboarding.</li>
<li>Increase the volume and efficiency of outsourcing and co-development, facilitating cross-organization efforts and negotiate scalable agreements.</li>
<li>Build sustainable, symbiotic relationships with key vendors.</li>
<li>Use studio forecasts to create strategic mid-to long-term roadmaps for planned engagements.</li>
<li>Work with stakeholders across PlayStation Studios, including studios, internal service teams, Finance, IT, Information Security and Legal.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain a vendor database (costs, contracts, availability and scorecards). This may include implementing new tools and systems.</li>
<li>Develop a risk mitigation strategy across the studio portfolio.</li>
<li>Ongoing responsibility for supplier relationship management, contract renewals and performance reviews; own the resourcing lifecycle key interaction points.</li>
<li>Maintain a good awareness of partner performance across the portfolio, promoting good development partners internally, and assisting studios with performance issues.</li>
<li>Proactively keep well-informed of industry trends and undertaking market research.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>10+ years’ experience in game development, with at least 5 years in outsource/co-development management in a large organization.</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of game development cycles and dependencies.</li>
<li>An established and existing partner industry network in the AAA space.</li>
<li>Knowledgeable and up to date on the partner landscape and trends.</li>
<li>Strong business acumen to negotiate terms and deals.</li>
<li>Experience working with Legal to get contracts drafted.</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management skills, ability to build strong working relationships, demonstrate diplomacy and level with people of different backgrounds and cultures (internally and externally).</li>
<li>Organizational skills and patience in new and challenging scenarios where processes need to be established.</li>
<li>Tactful and cooperative in complicated situations.</li>
<li>Ability to drive a culture of continuous service improvement.</li>
<li>Facilitation experience.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written skills.</li>
<li>Quantitative analytical skills.</li>
</ul>
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    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
<p>We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.</p>
<p><em>PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.</em></p></div>

PlayStation is seeking passionate and enthusiastic testers to join their team in Liverpool City Centre. The role involves conducting software updates and testing for the PlayStation 5 console. Testers will investigate, diagnose, and report any issues found in the firmware. The position requires working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern between 8am and 7pm. The ideal candidate should have technical knowledge, a focus on quality and standards, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with others. PlayStation offers benefits such as a discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, dental scheme, 25 days of holiday per year, and access to on-site facilities like a gym and café. Sony is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity.

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <p><strong>Role overview:</strong></p>
<p>Ever noticed an issue with your games console and wanted to provide a solution that will help millions of consumers? This is the job for you!</p>
<p>Throughout the year we regularly conduct Software updates to the PS5 which require robust testing. You will investigate, diagnose, and provide accurate reporting for a variety of tests.</p>
<p>Based out of our brand-new Liverpool City Centre Office we are looking for passionate and enthusiastic testers to join the team and make a difference to our players experience.</p>
<p><strong>Hours of Work:  Shift cover between 8am – 7pm. You will be working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern </strong></p>
<p><strong>What you'll be doing: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Complete all required checks, as specified by regional project leader.</li>
<li>Check released and newly submitted titles on firmware currently under development.</li>
<li>Test new firmware features.</li>
<li>Test prototype/pre-production hardware and peripherals.</li>
<li>Report any/all problems found in firmware.</li>
<li>Provide regular updates to team leader.</li>
<li>Bug Testing</li>
<ul>
<li>Ensure all bugs are identified and thoroughly investigated.</li>
<li>Ensure all bug information, including classification, is accurately recorded and legibly written in preparation for the Team Leader to enter them into the database.</li>
<li>Check existing bugs against newer builds of firmware.</li>
<li>Make the Team Leader aware of any bugs found that may belong to another department.</li>
</ul>
<li>Complete allocated work within given timeframes</li>
<li>Provide accurate progress updates to direct line manager, when requested.</li>
<li>Ensure all relevant SWQA procedures are followed.</li>
<li>Follow and complete all test cases provided.</li>
<li>Always align with departmental security policy and be alert to any security issues that may occur.</li>
<li>Ensure company property is correctly treated and report any misuse to direct line manager.</li>
<li>Behave in an appropriate manner within the workplace.</li>
<li>Keep up to date with all PlayStation Hardware</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What we're looking for: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong> </strong>Technical and Professional Knowledge – The ability to show, understand and bring an appropriate level of expertise to the role.</li>
<li>Quality and Standards - The ability to achieve high standards and quality in work</li>
<li>Creativity – The ability to innovate and establish creative solutions as and when needed.</li>
<li>SIEE Awareness – The ability to show and apply understanding of the organisation to daily working life.</li>
<li>Style and Impact- The ability to adapt behaviour appropriately to a range of different people.</li>
<li>Managing Change- Able to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing environment.</li>
<li>Working with Others- Builds effective working relationships with a wide range of people.</li>
<li>Team Skills - The ability to work collaboratively with others in order to achieve common objectives.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Discretionary bonus opportunity</li>
<li>Private Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Scheme</li>
<li>25 days holiday per year</li>
<li>On Site Gym</li>
<li>Subsidised Café</li>
<li>Free soft drinks</li>
<li>On site bar</li>
<li>Access to cycle garage and showers</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.</em></p>

    

    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
<p>We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.</p>
<p><em>PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.</em></p></div>

This job description is for a role within the Platform Certification &amp; Operations (CertOps) team at PlayStation. The role involves providing support to partners throughout the publishing process, including triaging support tickets, troubleshooting, and following operating procedures. The ideal candidate should be bilingual in English and Japanese, as they will be the main point of contact for Japanese communications and will provide translation and interpretation services. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, identifying process inefficiencies, and suggesting improvements. Technical ability, including familiarity with gaming consoles and PC usage, is preferred but not required as training will be provided. The position is based in Liverpool with the option to work from home part of the time, and global travel may be required. The company offers benefits such as a discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, dental scheme, 25 days of holiday per year, and access to on-site facilities like a gym, café, and bar. Sony is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity.

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p>
<p>A role in a global team within Platform Certification &amp; Operations (CertOps), providing support for our partners throughout the publishing process. This is a very dynamic role that involves triaging of support tickets, independent troubleshooting and following a wide variety of runbooks and operating procedures. The role involves interacting with partners directly as well as interacting with many different teams throughout SIE in order to provide an exceptional level of support.</p>
<p>We are looking for someone who is bilingual and fluent in both English and Japanese to join the team and help us to support our partners.</p>
<p><strong>Hours of work:</strong> Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm</p>
<p>This role will be based out of our brand-new Liverpool City Centre Office with a flexibility to work from home some of the time  - Global Travel may be required where necessary</p>
<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Be the general point of contact for all CertOps communications, <strong>specialising in Japanese communications</strong></li>
<li>Provide translation and interpretation of incoming/outgoing communications as well as partner-facing messaging</li>
<li>Proactively participate in any relevant DevNet discussions and performing any required DevNet processes and tasks</li>
<li>Provide business support via PlayStation™Partners Help Centre</li>
<li>Ensure the correct people are assigned to any incoming communications</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that information provided is accurate and relevant</li>
<li>Identify, develop, produce and disseminate communications both internally and externally through various channels</li>
<li>Provide accurate progress updates to direct line manager, when requested</li>
<li>Identify process inefficiencies and suggest possible improvements</li>
<li>Be an advocate for change and continuous improvement</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p>
<p>Technical Ability:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Languages – fluency in written and spoken Japanese and English is essential</strong></li>
<li>Understanding gaming console(s) is an advantage, however not vital – as long as you feel you have a technical and curious attitude, we can offer training and development.</li>
<li>Understanding of PC/Laptop usage – MS Office (Outlook, Word, xls)</li>
</ul>
<p>Communication/Collaboration:</p>
<ul>
<li>Style and Impact- The ability to adapt behaviour appropriately to a range of personality and cultures.</li>
<li>Inclusivity - The ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals.</li>
<li>Handling Change - Able to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Discretionary bonus opportunity</li>
<li>Private Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Scheme</li>
<li>25 days holiday per year</li>
<li>On Site Gym</li>
<li>Subsidised Café</li>
<li>Free soft drinks</li>
<li>On site bar</li>
<li>Access to cycle garage and showers</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.</em></p>

    

    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
<p>We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.</p>
<p><em>PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.</em></p></div>

The job description is for a Supply Chain Program Manager position at PlayStation. The role is part of the e-commerce Commercial Operations team, specifically focused on the direct-to-consumer channel (PS Direct). The main responsibilities include managing the go-to-market strategy for new product launches, driving continuous improvement efforts, maintaining inventory availability, and communicating and influencing cross-functional partners. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of professional experience in supply chain, e-commerce, distribution, or logistics, with demonstrated experience in e-commerce order fulfillment and SAP system. Strong data analysis and communication skills are also required. The company offers benefits such as discretionary bonus, hybrid working, private medical insurance, and more. Sony is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity.

<div><p><strong>Why PlayStation?</strong></p>
<p>PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.</p>
<p>PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.</p>
<p>The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.</p></div>

    <p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p>
<p>Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) - PlayStation is looking for a Supply Chain Program Manager, PSD Commercial Operations, to join our e-commerce Commercial Operations team. PS Direct (direct.playstation.com) is PlayStation’s Direct-to-Consumer platform connecting millions of fans globally to the wide range of PS products. Come join us at PlayStation!</p>
<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>
<p>This is an exciting opportunity to be a key figure in the Commercial Operations team, focused on the direct-to-consumer channel (PS Direct). Highly cross functional and dynamic environment, where new products and initiatives will need your strong assessment to maintain the go-to-market performance in Europe. You’ll have the opportunity to help build a best-in-class E2E supply chain. This is a busy environment, managing multiple product launches, performance of those launches to our customers &amp; developing relationships within SIE. This role will need to be very comfortable in using data, SAP systems, Excel, and scenario planning as your main allies.</p>
<p>Key Areas of Responsibility:</p>
<ul>
<li>Be a key contributor in an impactful, dynamic, data focused team.</li>
<li>Manage go-to-market strategy of new product launches from FG availability to delivery on Launch Day to our loyal fans.</li>
<li>Help drive continuous improvement efforts to support commercial strategies, building a streamlined fulfilment experience globally.</li>
<li>Communicate and influence cross-functional partners to support on Supply Chain initiatives.</li>
<li>Cultivate a collaborative and customer focused culture.</li>
<li>Maintain Inventory Availability for PSD across EU marketplaces at 100% availability.</li>
</ul>
<p>Global PS Direct Commercial Operations:</p>
<ul>
<li>Manage and communicate cross-functionally the Go-to-Market operational strategy for new product launches (NPI) as well as preorder operations tailored to each market.</li>
<li>Adapts the supply chain capabilities to the ecommerce business dynamics of growth and change.</li>
<li>Responsible to deliver OTS/OTD (98%), as well as a high NPS fulfilment survey score for preorders and new launches.</li>
<li>Inventory &amp; Planning Stock Availability Management to ensure 100% stock availability across Europe and actively manage all SKUs.</li>
<li>Define operational requirements, adapt regional capabilities to a standardised operational mentality globally.</li>
<li>Supports test plan creation and UAT.</li>
<li>The voice of PSD Europe and striving for SME across systems, data and performance.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>8+ years professional experience in Supply Chain, E-Commerce, Distribution or Logistics (including 3PL).</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in e-Commerce order fulfilment, including distribution centre operations and supporting technologies.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a highly cross-functional dynamic and ever-changing environment and prioritise on the go.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of SAP system with advanced excel skills, whilst using data to create visual representation of results, projections, gaps and process.</li>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in business, project and/or Supply Chain Management &amp; equivalent experience would be desirable</li>
<li>Ability to communicate to different audiences, adapt information and present according to different needs</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Discretionary bonus opportunity</li>
<li>Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)</li>
<li>Private Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Scheme</li>
<li>25 days holiday per year</li>
<li>On Site Gym</li>
<li>Subsidised Café</li>
<li>Free soft drinks</li>
<li>On site bar</li>
<li>Access to cycle garage and showers</li>
</ul>
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    <div><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:</strong></p>
<p>Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.</p>
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Hangar 13, an internal 2K development studio, is seeking a Finance Director to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of corporate finance and be skilled in budgeting, margins, and performance analysis. They will be responsible for providing clear budgetary guidance to the development teams and ensuring financial health while supporting the successful development of new gaming experiences. The Finance Director will work closely with project and studio leadership, as well as 2K finance, to maintain accurate forecasts and reports. They will also cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and present financial information to various audiences. The role requires experience in accounting and finance, preferably in the gaming or creative industry, as well as a BA Hons in Accounting &amp; Finance or equivalent. The candidate should be ACCA qualified and have a strong understanding of financial landscapes in Europe, the UK, and the US. Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of IFRS standards are also required. Hangar 13 is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity. They provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and are dedicated to preventing scams targeting potential candidates.

<h2><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2>
<p>Hangar 13 is an internal 2K development studio that creates influential AAA video game experiences across all major platforms. The studio is based in four locations around the world: Brighton (UK), Brno &amp; Prague (Czech Republic) and across the US, working collaboratively as one team. Each of our locations provides the opportunity to work with some of the most talented developers in the industry, on creatively challenging and exciting projects, in a diverse and welcoming environment.</p>
<p>Our focus is on making the highest quality games with sustainable, healthy development plans; to tell stories that engage players through worlds and experiences that keep them hooked from start to finish.</p>
<p>We strive to be a studio where our team members know they can make a difference and grow professionally alongside creating games they are proud of.</p>
<p> </p>
<h2><strong>What We Need</strong></h2>
<p>Hangar 13 is looking for a dynamic and experienced Finance Director to join our studio. Our ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of corporate finance and is adept at handling budgets, margins, and performance analysis to help shape our strategic direction.</p>
<p>Crucially, you are a strong communicator who can translate complex financial data into digestible information for our diverse development teams, providing them with clear budgetary guidance. You are the linchpin who connects finance with creativity, balancing the realities of financial constraints with the aspirations of our innovative team.</p>
<p>Your insights will not only ensure our financial health but also aid in the successful development of exciting new gaming experiences. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are ready to leave your mark on the gaming industry, we would love to hear from you.</p>
<p> </p>
<h2><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Work with project &amp; studio leadership to maintain up-to-date live forecasts and support the budgeting process</li>
<li>Prepare accurate and timely reports for review and analysis with project and studio leadership</li>
<li>Work with 2K finance to understand and ensure accuracy of costs and revenue across our projects</li>
<li>Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at 2K to ensure alignment, expectation management and accuracy</li>
<li>Present information tailored to different audiences with a variety of financial understanding – from developers, to production directors, to other members of the finance teams</li>
<li>Support business planning and project management by providing relevant financial analysis and modelling</li>
<li>Develop relationships with departmental heads to communicate financial objectives and understand budget variances.</li>
<li>Improve internal financial control systems</li>
<li>Various operational and financial ad hoc duties.</li>
<li>Understanding and compliance with BFI and HMRC guidelines in relation to VGTR.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<h2><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Well-established experience in accounting and finance</li>
<li>Experience of accounting in games or similar creative industry</li>
<li>BA Hons in Accounting &amp; Finance or equivalent</li>
<li>ACCA qualified</li>
<li>Practised at building strong relationships with non-finance individuals</li>
<li>Strategic problem solver</li>
<li>Commercially curious mentality</li>
<li>A good understanding of the financial landscapes in Europe, the UK, and the US, and proficient in best practices across these regions.</li>
<li>Strong Excel skills</li>
<li>Understanding of IFRS standards</li>
</ul>
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<p>Hangar 13 prides itself on the diversity of its team members, partners, and communities. For this reason, we remain committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employment relationship, from recruitment and hiring through compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.</p>
<p>As an equal opportunity employer, we are also committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the job application and/or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need to request reasonable accommodation.</p>
<p><strong>SECURITY NOTICE - </strong>We have recently been made aware of increasing occurrences of bad actors posing as company HR personnel to gain information from "potential candidates", in the form of job interviews and offers. These scams can be quite sophisticated and appear legitimate.</p>
<p>Please know that Hangar 13 and 2K never use instant messaging apps to contact prospective employees or to conduct interviews.</p>
<p>If you believe you have been a victim of such a scam, you may fill out a complaint form at https://complaint.ic3.gov/ and https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ detailing as much as possible. We are taking these matters very seriously and apologise for any inconvenience. </p>
<p>#LI-Hybrid</p>

Hangar 13, an internal 2K development studio, is seeking a Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their team in Prague, Brno, or Brighton. The role involves managing and mentoring the backend engineering team, as well as designing and developing backend features for AAA games. The team focuses on developing internal products for real-time multiplayer experiences. The Lead Backend Software Engineer will be responsible for managing a team of engineers working on backend systems using Docker and Kubernetes, with a strong emphasis on Golang and C++. The role requires a combination of leadership and hands-on technical responsibilities, including collaborating with engineers and designers across multiple locations, coordinating project tasks, and providing feedback to the Technical Director. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, a strong technical background in software engineering, knowledge of modern container platforms, experience with enterprise cloud platforms, strong coding skills in Go (C++ is a plus), and previous leadership experience. The ability to learn and master new technologies, work independently under deadlines, and a commitment to code quality and documentation are also important. Hangar 13 offers a diverse and welcoming environment, with opportunities to work on creatively challenging and exciting projects. The Brighton location, in particular, offers a vibrant creative community and a relaxed and tolerant atmosphere.

<p>LOCATION:      Prague, Brno, Brighton</p>
<p>FUNCTION:      Engineering</p>
<p>REPORTS TO: Technical Director</p>
<p>CONTRACT:     Permanent </p>
<p><br /><br /></p>
<h2><strong>What We Need:</strong></h2>
<p>Hangar 13 is looking for a Lead Backend Software Engineer to manage, mentor and grow the backend engineering team and help design and develop backend features for AAA games. The team is responsible for developing internal products with the focus on the backend side of real time multiplayer experience.</p>
<p> </p>
<h2> <strong>What You Will Do:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Manage a team of engineers working on Backend systems using Docker and Kubernetes and developed in Golang and C++. This position requires a combination of leadership / management role and hands-on technical responsibilities. </li>
<li>Ownership of a set of components and systems, collaboration with engineers and designers in Hangar 13 and a wider 2K teams across multiple locations (Europe and North America), coordinating the project tasks assigned to the team.</li>
<li>Work with proprietary existing software technology and build new technology to fulfil the project’s technical requirements.</li>
<li>Provide the Technical director with feedback regarding the team performance and goal completion.</li>
<li>Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<h2>Who We Think Will Be A Good Fit:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline</li>
<li>Strong technical background in SW engineering, knowledge of modern container platforms (preferably Docker and Kubernetes) from enterprise use case </li>
<li>Experience with enterprise cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform, AWS, and Azure.</li>
<li>Strong coding skills in Go, familiar with other languages such as C++ is a plus.</li>
<li>Leadership background, previous experience in a management / team lead role is a plus.</li>
<li>Commitment to code quality, documentation, and sound testing procedures</li>
<li>Ability to learn and master new technologies and code.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines.</li>
<li>Experience with industry standard tools e.g., Git, GitHub, </li>
</ul>
<p><br /><br /></p>
<h2>Who We Are:</h2>
<p>Hangar 13 is an internal 2K development studio that creates influential AAA video game experiences across all major platforms. The studio is based in four locations around the world: Brighton (UK), Brno &amp; Prague (Czech Republic) and across the US, working collaboratively as one team. Each of our locations provides the opportunity to work with some of the most talented developers in the industry, on creatively challenging and exciting projects, in a diverse and welcoming environment. Our focus is on making the highest quality games with sustainable, healthy development plans; to tell stories that engage players through worlds and experiences that keep them hooked from start to finish. We strive to be a studio that our team members know they can make a difference and grow professionally alongside creating games they are proud of.</p>
<p> </p>
<p></p>
<h2><strong>Brighton:</strong></h2>
<p>Located just 45 minutes via train from London, Brighton is one of the UK’s most diverse and downright interesting cities. Sat right on the south coast of England, the city is home to a vibrant creative community and is known as an easy-going and tolerant place to live and work. Brighton is home to Victorian piers and palaces, brightly coloured stucco homes and a 5-mile long shingle beach which becomes a post-work social hub during the summer months.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com, hangar13games.com and 2kczech.com accounts.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>#LI-Hybrid</p>
<p>#LI-JF1</p>

Hangar 13, an internal 2K development studio, is seeking a Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their team in Prague, Brno, or Brighton. The role involves managing and mentoring the backend engineering team, as well as designing and developing backend features for AAA games. The team focuses on developing internal products for real-time multiplayer experiences. The Lead Backend Software Engineer will be responsible for managing a team of engineers working on backend systems using Docker and Kubernetes, with a strong emphasis on Golang and C++. They will collaborate with engineers and designers across multiple locations, coordinate project tasks, and provide feedback to the Technical Director. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, a strong technical background in software engineering, knowledge of modern container platforms, experience with enterprise cloud platforms, strong coding skills in Go (C++ is a plus), and previous leadership experience. They should also have a commitment to code quality, documentation, and testing procedures, as well as the ability to learn and master new technologies and work independently under deadlines. Hangar 13 is known for creating influential AAA video game experiences and offers a diverse and welcoming work environment. The Brighton location, in particular, is described as a vibrant and creative city with a 5-mile long shingle beach.

Sumo Sheffield is a well-established game development company with a strong track record of creating AAA franchises and contributing to popular titles. They have received several awards for their workplace culture and are recognized as one of the best companies to work for in the UK. They are currently seeking a Senior Systems and Economy Designer to join their team and work on their new IP. The role involves designing and implementing complex game systems, creating progression and monetization systems, and analyzing competitor features. The successful candidate should have experience as a Systems or Economy Designer, a degree in a relevant field, and knowledge of MMO/F2P/GaaS titles. Sumo Sheffield offers a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, flexible working, holiday allowance, and career development opportunities. They prioritize diversity and strive to create a safe and inclusive working environment. The company is located in Sheffield, a vibrant city with various amenities and attractions.

<div><div><b>About Sumo Sheffield</b></div><div><br /></div><div> With a rich history of developing multiple AAA franchises such as Little Big Planet and Crackdown, as well as contributing to genre-defining titles like the Forza Motorsport and Hitman series, Sumo Sheffield’s vast development experience spans multiple genres and platforms. </div><div> </div><div>As winners of the TIGA Star Employment Award for 2021, recipients of the GI Biz 2020 Best Places to Work Award and listed as one of the UK’s 100 Best Large Companies to Work for in 2021 and 2022, Sumo Digital has enjoyed 20 years of stability and growth since its formation in 2003 and continues to strive for excellence across every single project.</div><div> </div><div>The team have a track record of working on some of the world's biggest and best games and received two BAFTAs for their work on Sackboy: A Big Adventure. As the scale and exclusivity of projects continues to grow, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the Sumo Sheffield family!</div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Role @ Sumo Sheffield:</b></div><div>We've got an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems and Economy Designer to join our own new IP! </div><div><br /></div><div>In this role, you will be responsible for design, modelling, implementation, and tuning of complex game systems for live titles. Creating interdependent progression and monetization systems and understanding of the gameplay and economic impacts of these systems will be key.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Note</b>: This role can be hybrid/remote within the<b> UK</b>. There may be some travel required for Team meetings.</div></div><div><div><h3>Within this role, you will:</h3><ul><ul><li>Design and model flexible and modular game progression systems, both from a gameplay and monetisation perspective.</li><li>Work with the game design team to align the game design pillars with high-quality progression systems.</li><li>Design and create tooling as necessary to model mutually dependent and interconnected game, progression, and monetisation systems.</li><li>Create engaging in-game content and events, considering all stages of the product’s life cycle.</li><li>Recommend monetisation strategies, activities, and reward features both improve our player experiences and the business objectives of the game.</li><li>Collaborate with Product Management to define specifications for content tooling.</li><li>Conduct analysis of competitor features, progression systems and economies; deconstructing these for insights.</li><li>Generate comprehensive design documentation, including diagrams and analyses for all systems and monetisation features.</li><li>Engage closely with Product Management and Data Science to validate and refine feature designs.</li><li>Be responsible for defining and communicating the game’s economy and progression vision to stakeholders.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>To be successful, you will need:</h3><ul><ul><li>At least 2 live titles as a Systems or Economy Designer.</li><li>A completed degree (BS/MS) in Mathematics/Economics/Game Design or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience working on a MMO/F2P/GaaS title.</li><li>Keen knowledge of game systems and economies across genres.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Strong statistical and business modelling skills.</li><li>Ability to create models and tools to build, simulate, and analyse player behavior/progression/economy. </li><li>Ability to model problems in quantitative systems and draw conclusions.</li><li>Expert-level ability in Microsoft Excel. SQL Experience highly desirable.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>What we offer:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>.    Defined Annual Bonus Scheme</div><div>.    ULEV car scheme </div><div>.    Monthly allowance to spend on enhancing benefits        </div><div>.    Salary Sacrifice Pension</div><div>.    Flexible Working   </div><div>.   21 days free-use holiday</div><div>    + your birthday off</div><div>    + 5 learning days including 1 volunteer day</div><div>    + a duvet day</div><div>    + Christmas shutdown from Christmas Eve to New Year</div><div>    + Bank Holidays</div><div>    + extra allowance accrued for longer service</div><div>.    Free dental insurance </div><div>.    Life Assurance 4x Salary</div><div>.    Income Protection of 75% for 5 years            </div><div>.    Enhanced Mat/Paternity &amp; Adoption pay</div><div>.    Employee Assistance Programme:</div><div>.    Help at Hand - Remote GP, Mental Health &amp; Physio appointments</div><div>.    Free financial &amp; home buying support consultations</div><div>.    Cycle to Work Scheme</div><div>.    Payroll Giving Scheme</div><div>.    Access to 4,000 Udemy Courses</div><div>.    Career Development Pathway   </div><div>.    Wrap Parties.</div><div>.    Project Completion Awards</div><div>.    Game/Creative Jams</div><div>.    Big Family Events</div><div>.    Studio social activities, e.g. running, board games, film, yoga, life drawing…</div><div>.    Prism – Sumo’s employee diversity focus group </div><div>.    Free fruit and drinks in our studios</div><div>.    Employee Referral Bonus      </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where do we stand on diversity?</b></div><div><br /></div><div>At Sumo, we want to enable everyone to bring their full, authentic selves to work every single day. We acknowledge that the games industry is far from perfect and a global organisation with people all over the world, from all kinds of backgrounds, we know it’s part of our duty to provide everyone at Sumo with a safe, accepting and affirming working environment. We encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.</div><div><b> </b></div><div><b>More about Sumo Sheffield</b></div><div><b> </b></div><div>Sumo Sheffield is located just outside the city centre in Sumo Digital’s HQ, just off J34 on the M1 and a stone’s throw from the city’s primary shopping and leisure complex. With a multi-building campus comprised of industry-leading facilities, an onsite gym and subsidised canteen, Sumo Sheffield provides everything needed for all teams to create the world’s best games.</div><div> </div><div>Sheffield is the fifth largest city in the UK and is easily accessible by road and rail from Leeds, Manchester and the Midlands. The city enjoys a wealth of facilities to suit a wide array of interests, including:</div><div><br /></div><div>o   World-class sports facilities</div><div>o   Iconic theatres and galleries</div><div>o   Multiple retail and shopping experiences </div><div>o   Diverse and renowned restaurants and eateries</div><div>o   The award-winning National Video Game Museum</div><div><br /></div><div><b>More about Sumo Digital</b></div><div> </div><div>Sumo Digital is an award-winning international family of studios. Recent releases from Sumo Digital studios include: BAFTA-Award winning Sackboy: A Big Adventure, Hood: Outlaws &amp; Legends, Control Ultimate Edition on Google Stadia, Apple Arcade Award-winning Little Orpheus, Hot Shot Racing, WST Snooker and Spyder.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

SEGA is seeking a Partnerships Manager (EMEA) for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. This role will be based at the SEGA European Head Office in Brentford, West London. The position is a hybrid role, with 2 days per week in the office and 3 days flexible. The Partnerships Manager will join an expanding Partnerships Marketing team and will be responsible for supporting the growth and development of the Sonic the Hedgehog brand globally, with a focus on the EMEA market. This includes identifying and securing partners and licensees, delivering pitch meetings, closing deals, and managing integrated marketing campaigns. The role also involves cultivating a partner ecosystem that aligns with brand strategy and audience targets, as well as supporting global brand marketing activities in the EMEA region. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in brand, partnerships, or creative marketing, particularly in the gaming or entertainment industries. They should have a proven track record of delivering integrated marketing plans to a high standard and be capable of implementing creative thinking into long-term strategy. A passion for video games and knowledge of Sonic titles and products is essential. Key responsibilities include utilizing a network of partner contacts to identify and develop partnership opportunities, driving partner engagement, collaborating with internal teams and distribution partners, delivering presentations and leading pitch meetings, negotiating contracts, developing and executing partnership marketing plans, and monitoring performance metrics. The candidate should have exceptional communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to articulate a vision to various audiences. They should also

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                    <em>Position at SEGA European Head Office</em>
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            <p>
                </p><p><strong>Partnerships Manager (EMEA) – Sonic the Hedgehog Franchise</strong></p>
<p><strong>Based at Sega HQ, Brentford, West London.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, 3 days flexible. </strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Why Us:</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>SEGA employees are passionate about entertaining the world with creative, innovative experiences while being part of a vibrant gaming community. We are a global company with the resources to match, coupled with a place where everyone knows each other on a first-name basis, working together to create innovative experiences, one community at a time. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>As Partnerships Manager (Sonic Team) you will join an expanding Partnerships Marketing team to support the continued growth and development of the Sonic the Hedgehog brand globally with a focus on the EMEA market. Reporting to the Senior Partnerships Manager and collaborating closely with the Sonic Global Brand Marketing team based in North America and other cross-functional teams based in EMEA, North America, and Japan, you will be responsible for identifying and securing partners and licensees, delivering pitch meetings with partners, closing deals, and managing innovative integrated marketing campaigns through to completion. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>This is a newly created role, with a variety of creative and commercial responsibilities, including the opportunity to cultivate a partner ecosystem that aligns with brand strategy and audience targets; innovating with partners to bring creative ideas and plans to engage Sonic fans. Another key part of the role will be to support global brand marketing activities in the EMEA region with creative marketing ideas and partnerships that align with global brand initiatives, driving Sonic brand value. </p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>We believe that delivering the best games relies on having the best people, so we are constantly investing in our people through our benefits package, flexible working, and our community-focused, people-centric culture. Our industry-leading compensation and benefits include competitive salary and bonus schemes, private medical insurance, private dental insurance, health screening, electric car scheme, home technology scheme, Microsoft package discounts, and much more!</p>
<p> <strong> </strong> </p>
<p><strong>Why You:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<p>You have significant experience in brand, partnerships, or creative marketing, having worked with and developed world-class brands in the gaming or entertainment industries. You have a proven track record of delivering integrated, multi-territory cutting-edge marketing plans to a high standard, and are capable of implementing creative thinking into long-term strategy. Essentially, you have a passion for video games, and knowledge of Sonic titles, and products.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>Utilise your established network of partner contacts and identify and develop new innovative partnership opportunities aligned with global brand strategy; craft creative campaigns that reach and engage target audiences. </li>
<li>Drive partner engagement by understanding and managing partner category, motivation, and goals, and finding scalable ways to regularly engage and excite partners whilst driving value for SEGA.</li>
<li>Have a deep understanding of our brand, competitive landscape, entertainment space, audience needs, and the role of partners in driving success over the long term.</li>
<li>Collaborate and innovate with internal teams and distribution partners globally – Brand, PR, Community, Product Marketing, Licensing, Mobile, Product Development and other stakeholders to maximise the opportunity for SEGA, Sonic, and our partner ecosystem; provide valuable input into the ongoing growth of the brand.</li>
<li>Deliver inspiring presentations, with creative ideas; Prepare for and lead pitch meetings with partners; ensure timely follow-up and effective project management, balancing opportunities, and team resources.</li>
<li>Negotiate contracts, deal points and agreements with partners and clients – securing the best deal.</li>
<li>Develop and execute creative, high-quality partnership marketing plans to maximise audience engagement. Manage multiple projects closely with the goal of managing to completion and meeting deadlines.</li>
<li>Stay up to date with industry trends and developments – demonstrate creative innovation.</li>
<li>Monitor and analyse performance metrics of partnerships and establish KPIs internally and with partners to track results against KPIs.</li>
<li>Provide regular reports on partnership and client performance to both partners and internal teams.</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience: </strong></p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>Significant experience in a partnership/licensing/brand-building role with world-class brands and organisations; active contacts within the space.</li>
<li>Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to articulate a vision to various audiences.</li>
<li>Proven track record of delivering integrated, multi-territory cutting-edge marketing plans to a high standard, hitting planned dates.</li>
<li>Strong familiarity with partner/promotions landscape and possess a creative eye for detail.</li>
<li>Ability to build business cases to support initiatives and focus on KPI / ROI metrics.</li>
<li>Critical thinking skills and strong business acumen, with the ability to integrate long-term strategies into daily decisions and executions.</li>
<li>Innovative leader showcasing the drive to take initiative.</li>
<li>Detail-oriented &amp; highly organised, possess good time management skills and be able to multi-task &amp; prioritise in a dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Ability to leverage facts and data to influence large groups towards unified decisions.</li>
<li>Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel. Adobe Creative Suite and experience in the game industry/licensing and an understanding of creative design process is highly desired.</li>
<li>Interest in and passion for video games or entertainment is preferred. Playing experience and knowledge of Sonic titles, are a plus.</li>
<li>Cultural sensitivity and understanding of the variety of EMEA markets. Proficiency in French, Spanish, German or another European language desired.</li>
<li>Experience working with Japanese corporations (not required, but a plus).</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<ul>
<li>A collaborative team player open to flexible hours, willing to work with multiple cross-functional departments across time zones.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel, both domestically across Europe and internationally as needed.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion &amp; Belonging:</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>At SEGA, we celebrate diversity and believe in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable world in which everyone feels valued and respected regardless of what they look like or where they come from. Whether you’re a prospective employee or a full-time member of staff, we want you to feel involved and supported in all aspects of our work and to have amazing opportunities during your time with us regardless of your background. We welcome people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, neurotype, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave.</p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p>SEGA is a place where staff have a voice which is integral to our success as a business. Our inclusive, passionate people are empowered to educate, inform, and build awareness through our inclusion and wellbeing staff led values groups which include DEN (Disability Employee Network), RISE ​(Reinforcing Inclusion through Solidarity and​ Equality), Women at SEGA, PRIDE, SEGA Minds (group supporting mental health), Momiji (group that celebrates our Japanese heritage, language, and culture) and VIBE (our social and engagement committee). </p>
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