Global Head of Sales

📍 Location: We are open to candidates on a hybrid or remote basis. Our hubs are in Austin,TX, Albany, NY, Cardiff, UK & Brighton UK.
🌎 This role requires international travel.

Rocket Science is a global games services company specializing in game co-development, porting, and full-cycle game development. With offices in Albany, NY, Cardiff, and Brighton, Rocket Science collaborates with world-class studios to deliver cutting-edge gaming experiences. We are dedicated to creativity, innovation, and building a supportive, inclusive team culture.

Job Purpose

The Global Head of Sales will be responsible for defining and executing Rocket Science's global sales strategy, overseeing international business development efforts, and driving revenue growth. This leader will focus on expanding Rocket Science’s presence in key markets, building client relationships, and fostering collaboration across our global sales teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Strategy & Leadership:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive global sales strategy aligned with company goals.

  • Lead, manage, and inspire the global sales team to achieve and surpass revenue targets.

  • Identify, prioritize, and enter new market opportunities in the gaming industry.

• Revenue Growth:

  • Drive revenue through strategic initiatives, market penetration, and expanding partnerships.

  • Work closely with executive leadership to set sales targets and align them with overall business growth.

• Market Expansion:

  • Conduct market research to identify new growth opportunities and trends.

  • Collaborate with product, marketing, and operations teams to create and implement go-to-market strategies for different regions.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing sales team across multiple regions.

  • Set individual and team KPIs, manage performance, and offer guidance to ensure targets are met.

• Client Relationship Management:

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key partners and clients.

  • Act as a key ambassador for Rocket Science in the global gaming industry.

• Reporting & Data Analysis:

  • Report on sales performance, market trends, and key metrics to the executive team.

  • Use data analytics to drive decision-making and optimize the sales process.

What we value:

• Experience:

  • 10+ years in sales leadership, with a track record of success in global sales (preferably within the gaming or technology sector).

  • Proven ability to drive business growth and lead high-performing sales teams.

• Skills:

  • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and market expansion abilities.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and thrive in global markets.

  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Knowledge:

  • Deep understanding of the gaming industry and market dynamics.

  • Ability to use data and insights to inform strategy and sales processes.

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).

What We Can Offer:

• Remote or Hybrid Working Arrangement: We can support either option for this position. Our hubs are in Austin,TX, Albany, NY, Cardiff, UK & Brighton UK. There will be international travel for this role.

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: Your health and wellbeing is important to us, so we offer a variety of benefits including: 

  • Performance-based Bonus

  • Private Pension via Salary Sacrifice

  • Optional Private Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

  • Annual Leave, Plus Bank Holidays and Winter Break Office Closure

• Annual Research Credit: We always encourage personal growth, so we provide all of our team members with an annual credit to further enhance your skills! 

• Professional Development: We offer biannual reviews, as well as opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, internal tech talks, and the chance to learn from specialists with backgrounds from across the games and software development industries. 

• Work-Life Balance: We really believe that home life comes first and we promote a flexible working environment. And as an added bonus: We don’t crunch! 

• Family Friendly: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer 6 weeks full of Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave to support you during this exciting time!

• Office Perks: In addition to everything above, we also provide: 

  • Weekly Team Lunches

  • Snacks, Including the Good (Yorkshire) Tea

  • Fully Equipped Team Lounge, Including our Favourite Consoles and Games

  • And, most importantly, a supportive and creative working environment made up of talented and friendly people, as well as the opportunity to work on some pretty cool games and projects – if we do say so ourselves!

A Friendly Note from the Recruitment Team:

Let us do the work for you: Even if your profile isn't an exact match for all of the qualifications listed above, we still want you to apply. Our team members come from a variety of different industries, not all of which are immediately relevant to game or software development, and we welcome all candidates of similarly varied backgrounds, communities, and identities.

Rocket Science is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a worry-free workplace void of discrimination or harassment. Rocket Scientists are expected to foster and champion an environment in which everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Rocket Science does not accept unsolicited résumés from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms.

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