Business Development Manager

1 Month ago • All levels • Business Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As Business Development Manager, you'll drive strategic initiatives to expand Team17's game portfolio, strengthen partnerships, and boost revenue. Responsibilities include establishing high-impact partnerships annually, building a robust pipeline of business opportunities across various sectors (new territories, transmedia, merchandise, partnerships, licensing, and new platforms), producing market trend reports, and leading all stages of deal-making. This role requires significant experience in video game business development, a strong developer network, and the ability to analyze data to inform strategic decisions.
Must have:
  • Significant Business Development experience in Video Games
  • Existing console and PC indie/AA developer network
  • Proven track record of building strong relationships and delivering results
  • Strong understanding of the gaming ecosystem
  • Data analysis and strategic decision-making skills
Perks:
  • Transparent Commission structure
  • Pension matched up to 8%
  • Share Save Scheme and £1000 of free shares
  • Dedicated learning time (6 days/year)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Hybrid/flexible working
  • Game console loans
  • Game keys
  • Free use of arcade games & pool tables
  • Gaming competitions

Job Details

Description

Business Development Manager

Hybrid (will require some travel to our offices, 4 days in the office per month) 

Please only apply if you are based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK  

Team17 Digital is a leading, independent video games label and creative partner for developers from all over the world. Our mission is: delivering pioneering indie games that players around the world will love for a lifetime. 

At our core, we develop and publish games to bring quality gaming experiences to players across multiple platforms. We focus on premium, rather than free-to-play games, and we’ve a portfolio of over 100 games, including iconic titles such as Worms, Overcooked, Hell Let Loose and Dredge. The games we publish top the charts on most gaming platforms and we have won many awards from BAFTAs to Golden Joysticks, as well as winning Publisher of the Year at the esteemed Develop Star Awards. 

About the role:

As Business Development Manager, you’ll spearhead strategic initiatives to grow our portfolio, strengthen our partnerships, and drive revenue. It's a great opportunity to join a renowned games company with a rich history and an extensive catalogue of over 100 game titles. If you are passionate about creating new business opportunities in the gaming industry, self-motivated, and focused on developing, negotiating, and closing deals, we would love to hear from you.

  

What you will be working on as a Business Development Manager

Establish high-impact partnerships annually that enhance the company’s portfolio and our market position.

Build and maintain a robust pipeline of business opportunities, ensuring consistent lead generation and long-term sustainability within new territories, transmedia, merchandise, partnerships, licensing and new platforms.

Produce actionable insights and quarterly reports on market trends, competitor activity, and partnership performance, enabling informed decision-making.

Lead all stages of deal-making, from prospecting and pitching to contract negotiation and implementation.

 

What we would like to see:  

Significant and measurable Business Development experience gained with the Video Games industry.

An existing console and PC indie/AA developer network

Proven track record of building strong internal and external relationships and delivering results.

Strong understanding of the gaming ecosystem, including developers, publishers, platforms, and emerging technologies.

Ability to analyse data, trends, and market insights to inform strategic decisions aligned to our company strategy

 

What is in it for you?  

Transparent Commission structure, pension matched up to 8%, Share Save Scheme and £1000 of free shares for all Teamsters.  

Dedicated learning time - In addition to organised learning and conferences, you will have 6 days per year for self-directed learning.  

Private medical insurance including cover for pre-existing conditions and discounted Dental  

Hybrid / flexible working. From home and via our 3 UK offices.  

Game Console loans of up to £500, Game Keys, free use of arcade games, pool tables, Gaming competitions. And look out for a range of treats sent to your home throughout the year celebrating Life at Team 17 and our successes!  

 

The Interview Process   

Stage 1 (up to 30 Mins) Talent Acquisition

Stage 2 (45 to 1 hour) General Manager

You will have the chance to speak to our recruitment team at various points during your process, but if you do have any specific questions ahead of this, please contact simon.halkyard@team17.com.

Find out more about us:  

Check out our Careers portal, where you can take VR compatible tours of our offices and meet our teams: Team17 Your World  Join our Team17 Careers Discord channel, find out more about our work communities and access interview support: Discord Team17 is an equal opportunities employer with a commitment to building a diverse workforce, representative of the world we live and game in!  

Team17 is an equal opportunities employer with a commitment to building a diverse workforce, representative of the world we live and game in! Accessibility is at the heart of our games and we reflect that in how we operate as a business. We can provide suitable adjustments for you during our recruitment processes from audio support to extra time on assessments. Should you require adjustments or flexible arrangements to interview, or take up a role at Team17, please let us know in the notes section of your application and be reassured that this will not affect your application. 

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About The Company

Founded in 1990, Team17 is an award-winning leading international games label and developer headquartered in the UK.

Team17 has released over 90 games to date across multiple platforms including: the Worms franchise, The Escapists, the BAFTA award-winning Overcooked, Yooka-Laylee, Aven Colony, Sheltered, Beyond Eyes. Currently Team17 is working alongside a varied range of talented developers from around the globe on games such as the forthcoming Yoku’s Island Express, Genesis: Alpha One, Sword Legacy: Omen and many more.

Team17 are extremely dedicated and their passion for the label is to build sustainability for their partners, while allowing them to retain vital aspects such as their independence, identity and IP.

On top of traditional services such as marketing, PR, sales, localisation and age ratings, Team17 can also provide funding and development support using its award winning internal development resources. The team can provide help with art, design, code, audio, production, QA, Certs and even usability testing using its dedicated lab.

Team17 helps developers at all stages, from bedroom developers to start-ups starting their own studios to veteran studio’s. Team17 can even offer incubation services, housing developers internally within Team17’s development studio with a full dedicated team around them to support them.

Team17’s offering is dynamic, flexible and completely unique in the games industry. 

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