Head of Strategy, APAC

1 Month ago • 15 Years + • Business Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Head of Strategy, APAC at Wargaming is responsible for overseeing publishing business planning across the Asia-Pacific region. This role requires developing and executing region-specific strategies, identifying new growth opportunities, and leading high-impact initiatives to strengthen market presence. The ideal candidate possesses deep gaming industry expertise, strong analytical and business skills, and a proven strategic planning and business development track record. Responsibilities include strategic planning of the publishing business in APAC, creating a dedicated business strategy based on the current portfolio, and focusing on significant, new strategic initiatives for the region.
Must have:
  • 15+ years in strategic planning, product management, or business development in gaming
  • Strong ownership and results-driven
  • Native Asian language speaker, fluent in English
  • Develop and execute APAC publishing strategies
  • Identify new growth opportunities
Good to have:
  • Familiar with strategic management theories and tools
  • Agile and smart approach
  • "Start with why" mindset
Perks:
  • 15+ annual leave days
  • Additional paid time off
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Career development opportunities
  • Life event allowances
  • Premium healthcare
  • Mental well-being program
  • Benefit points
  • Company events
  • Long service award
  • Referral program
  • Coffee and snacks
  • Personal gaming account

Job Details

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced strategic leader to oversee publishing business planning across the APAC region. This role is responsible for developing and executing region-specific strategies, identifying new growth opportunities, and guiding high-impact initiatives to strengthen our presence in key markets. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the gaming industry, strong analytical skills and business acumen, and a proven track record in strategic planning and business development. 

Reports to

Head of Product Group, APAC

What will you do?

  • You will be in charge of strategic planning of publishing business in APAC

  • You will make the APAC dedicated business strategy on top of the current business portfolio

  • You will focus on something big, important, and new for the region from the strategic perspective

What are we looking for?

  • More than 15 years’ experience in the positions of strategic planning, product management, or business development in the gaming industry

  • Strong sense of ownership and drive to deliver results

  • Native speaker in an Asian language to drive regional business and fluent in English

  • Business, economics, or psychology related major

  • MBA preferred

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Familiar with strategic management theories and tools

  • Agile and smart approach

  • “Start with why” mindset

Work mode

Onsite

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Seoul include:

  • 15 days of Annual Leave (additional days based on years of service up to 25 days)
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, 10 days of Sick Leave, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave, Leave for birthday of parents and parents-in-law) on top of the statutory minimum
  • Maternity Leave and of Paternity Leave
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • Life event allowances (Marriage, Child’s Birth, Compassionate and Birthday of parents and parents-in-law)
  • Premium Private Health Care and annual health check up
  • Mental well-being program (ifeel)
  • Benefit Points for Productivity, Well-being and Holidays
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee and snacks in the office
  • Company events
  • Long Service Award  
  • Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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