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Sr Manager, Commercial Strategy & Operations - 2K Sports Lab

London, England, United Kingdom

Who We Are

At 2K, we build some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment. In 2023, we expanded our publishing arm across 2K Sports Lab, our latest stand-alone studio that is shaping an ambitious plan to redefine the future of sports games. We're currently building a world-class team to build the next iconic sports franchise that’s rooted in bold ideas, innovative experiences and a laser focus on players and fans.

What We Need

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Senior Manager to join the 2K Sports Commercial Strategy & Operations team. 

This person will report directly to the VP, Commercial Strategy & Operations - 2K Sports and will be leading the commercial strategy for an exciting new Sports IP. While this starts out as an individual contributor role, the role is expected to build out a team over time, which is why we’re looking for someone with leadership potential.  

Our Commercial team is responsible for franchise P&L management, (long-term) growth strategy and commercial operations. We partner across the business (Product, Marketing, Development, Sales, Finance & Analytics) to align on business priorities and execute against them. 

The ideal candidate will have proven credentials in defining strategies and driving growth of a consumer product or service across multiple territories. They will combine rigorous market and performance analysis alongside formulation of innovative strategies and a drive to see them executed. Experience working in video games or sports is not expected, however the candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced, consumer-focused technology company, and a demonstrable passion for games, sports, or both. 

Candidates must be bright, passionate, and hands-on – willing to dive into details and get things done, while not losing sight of the bigger picture. They will be comfortable working with a range of junior to senior stakeholders, demonstrating leadership and demonstrating a growth mindset to continuously develop themselves and their team.

What You Will Do

  • Identify, define and drive innovative commercial strategies that will drive success for our franchises through new business models, pricing strategies, partnerships and content
  • Independently build business cases to analyse new strategic ideas, through rigorous analysis of internal data and market benchmarks
  • Rigorously track costs of our franchises to ensure projects stay within budget
  • Work with external partners and distributors to ensure success of our franchises in the marketplace
  • Create detailed forecasts for our franchises which can be used for planning purposes by partner teams and senior leadership
  • Clearly present findings to a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leadership
  • Collaborate with various functional teams to turn ideas in reality and drive execution

Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit

  • Experience in a strategy, commercial or business development role in a fast-moving digital business (e.g. video games, e-commerce, digital media, sports, subscription businesses, or another consumer internet)
  • Other relevant prior experience could be in strategy/management consulting, investment banking, private equity or in-house strategy
  • Experience working in the video games industry is not required, but familiarity or passion for the sector is a big plus, as is familiarity or passion for sports
  • If no experience with video games, a willingness to gain an in-depth understanding is required
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study (e.g. business, economics, (computer) science, mathematics)
  • Ability to independently build business cases / financial models in Excel from scratch
  • Innovation mindset, staying on top of industry trends and pushing to be a first-mover
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience of clearly presenting findings
  • Integrity in working with others across various levels and personality types, and ability to successfully navigate a global organization
  • Proficiency in SQL is a plus, otherwise a willingness to learn this

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided  suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities, including the ability to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you need an accommodation as part of your application process or otherwise have questions about the Company’s accommodation policy and review process.

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