Acquisition Manager - Mobile Gaming

3 Months ago • 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Acquisition Manager will identify and acquire mobile games, aligning with the company's growth strategy. Responsibilities include evaluating games based on market trends and monetization potential, leading negotiations, building relationships with game studios, networking at industry events, and performing competitor analysis. The role requires a proactive, results-oriented individual with excellent negotiation and communication skills. The job involves working in a hybrid setup with flexibility, offering opportunities for growth and a supportive environment.
Must have:
  • 3+ years experience in game acquisition.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions.
  • Results-oriented mindset and proactive approach.
Perks:
  • Real ownership and fast feedback for skill development.
  • Relocation assistance and bonuses for moving to Hamburg.
  • Flexible hybrid work setup and 30 vacation days.
  • Access to in-house gym and mental health support.
  • Office with lake view, strong coffee, and snacks.
  • Team events and game nights.

Job Details

At Sunday, we fuel hybrid-casual games by developing and marketing fun, easy-to-play mobile games that consistently top the charts and generate hundreds of millions of downloads globally. Our talented team of developers, artists, designers, and marketers work together to build games that are easy to jump into but hard to put down, striking the perfect balance between enjoyment and monetization. As proud members of the applike group, our primary focus is on leveraging their cutting-edge advertising technology to deliver smart, player-friendly monetization and contribute to a thriving mobile ecosystem. Supported by Bertelsmann, Europe's largest media company, we are equipped with the resources to push the boundaries of the mobile gaming space. Join us as we continue to shape the future of hybrid-casual gaming.


As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a proactive and passionate professional to join our team in a key role focused on identifying and acquiring mobile games. This role requires balancing long-term acquisition goals with the day-to-day tasks of scouting and negotiating new opportunities, all with precision and creativity.


What you will do:
  • Game Identification: Identify promising mobile games and developers that align with the company’s growth strategy.
  • Game Evaluation: Evaluate games based on market trends, target audience, monetization potential, and quality benchmarks.
  • Negotiation: Lead negotiations to acquire games, securing favorable terms for acquisition agreements and finalizing contracts in collaboration with the legal team.
  • Partnership Development: Build and nurture relationships with game studios, independent developers, and gaming platforms.
  • Networking: Represent the company at gaming conferences, industry events, and networking opportunities to source new acquisition leads.
  • Market Research:Perform competitor analysis to understand market gaps and opportunities for portfolio diversification.


Who you are:
  • Proven 3+ yrs of experience in business development, game acquisition, or a related role, preferably within the mobile gaming or entertainment industry.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with developers and studios.
  • Strong analytical skills to analyze game data, competitor insights, audience engagement, and quality benchmarks to make data-driven decisions.
  • A results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving business objectives
  • Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team.


Fuel for the Adventure: What You Get at Sunday
  • Build Your Skills, Not Just Your CV: At Sunday, you grow by doing. Real ownership, fast feedback, and steep learning curves are the norm. We don’t just offer development programs - we offer real problems to solve and the space to own them.
  • Start Fresh in Hamburg - We’ll Back You: Moving to a new city? We’ll help you make it happen. From visas to relocation bonuses to language support, we’ve got your back. Our goal: help you hit the ground running and feel at home fast.
  • Flexible Setup for Maximum Impact: We work in a hybrid setup with three core office days, plus flexibility where it matters. You’ll get 30 days of vacation, the chance to work remotely up to 3 weeks per year, and access to our in-house gym and mental health support when you need a reset.
  • Work Where It Feels Good: Our office has a 5th floor Alster lake view, strong coffee, top gear, and way too many snacks. But more than that - it’s a space designed for makers, thinkers, and game-changers to connect, collide, and build.
  • More Than Just a Job - Join the Crew: We don’t just work side by side. We share wins, tackle challenges, and have fun together. Team events, game nights, spontaneous pizza runs - they’re part of the ride. Work hard, play smart.



If you're looking for an exciting challenge, love to go shopping, and want to bring your skills and experience to our team, we look forward to receiving your application!

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