Strategy Associate - iGaming

Pixel United is the free-to-play, mobile-first games business of Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX: ALL). Headquartered in London, Pixel United comprises three operating businesses: Product Madness, Plarium and Big Fish Games along with a number of studios located around the globe. The businesses span multiple key genres and with team of people around the globe and a strong focus on responsible gameplay, Pixel United leverages the Aristocrat Group’s recognisable game brands together with its in-house development, marketing capabilities and best-in-class LIVE ops, to entertain millions of players across the globe each day.  

Job Description Summary

You will join us as our new Strategy & Corporate Development Associate in helping Aristocrat achieve its strategic growth objectives. Aristocrat has an excellent track record of both organic and inorganic growth and has a strong desire to maintain its current growth trajectory and continue delivering superior returns to its shareholders.
You will be predominately supporting the iGaming division in the newly created Aristocrat Interactive business.
You will get to work within a high growth sector, with a focus on building the companies 2030 strategy on a global scale.

What You'll Do (Job Requirements)

• You will work within an 8-person Strategy & Corporate development team to develop the corporate strategy, execute strategic planning process, and identify and execute strategic growth opportunities across all of Aristocrat’s global business operations – Land (Aristocrat Gaming), Digital (Pixel United), iGaming (Aristocrat Interactive) with a particular focus on the latter.

• Work will include evaluating cross enterprise strategic opportunities that leverage the strengths of our three business units. Specifically, this will include evaluating emerging Land/ Digital/ iGaming market opportunities and conducting industry, competitor, and trends analyses (e.g. macro, consumer, tech, commercial, regulatory) that will impact the strategic planning process.

• You will be involved throughout the M&A deal cycle, including identifying potential targets, performing due diligence on potential targets and partners, valuation, preparation of business cases, assisting in deal structuring, and developing effective post-merger integration plans.

• This role requires a commercial lens, understanding how we can turn theoretical opportunities into an actionable strategy to enable the growth of the business. It requires a strong understanding of the global gaming industry (specifically iGaming) and how it connects with global technology and media trends.

• You will have a unique opportunity to drive the future trajectory of a global gaming and technology company while engaging with senior leadership.

As well as endless learning opportunities and the ability to progress your career you will be well rewarded for your work, below is just some of our amazing benefits: 

• Yearly Bonus 

• Up to 8% Matched Pension 

• £50 a month Wellness Allowance 

• 25 Days Annual leave + Birthday off, Special occasion day, Wellness Days 

• Christmas closure on top of your annual leave 

• Private Medical Insurance 

• Life Insurance & Income Protection 

• Enhanced Parental & Maternity leave 

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• BA or BS from a top-tier undergraduate university
• Experience in an operating, strategy, or finance role in the gaming industry OR
• Experience in strategy consulting or M&A advisory for the gaming industry (specifically iGaming preferred)
• Excellent financial literacy, modeling and valuation skill, a proven aptitude for analytical work
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and processes
• Self-directed work style and ability to think independently

Why Pixel United?

Pixel United is a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We create games the world loves. Our people make us who we are, and we define ourselves by our drive, our energy, and our passion. They get global career opportunities and all the support necessary to entertain millions of players across the globe each day.  

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity.

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

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