Business Development Manager

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Business Development • $108,000 PA - $200,400 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Business Development Manager at Tencent Games will spearhead the development of relationships with major US gaming partners, supporting global expansion. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive business insights, develop go-to-market strategies, and provide lifecycle support for games. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, leading negotiations for partnerships and licensing agreements, and aligning these with Tencent's strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in business development or gaming, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity.
Must have:
  • 5+ years business development experience
  • Strong relationship building skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strategic thinking and planning
  • Negotiation and contract execution
  • Data analysis and market insights
Perks:
  • Sign-on payment
  • Relocation package
  • Restricted stock units
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits

Job Details

Business Unit

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China.
Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.
Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

What the Role Entails

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China.Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Spearhead the development and establishment of robust relationships with major gaming partners in the US market, to support Tencent's global expansion.

2. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders to drive business insights and key objectives, such as developing go-to-market plans and providing comprehensive support for games at every stage of their life cycle.

3. Proactively identify new business opportunities and emerging trends for the leadership team, leveraging market insights and data analytics to evaluate proposals related to innovative distribution methods, growth initiatives, product and monetization strategies, and cutting-edge technological advancements.

4. Lead negotiations and execute partnership and licensing agreements with gaming partners, ensuring alignment with Tencent's strategic goals and objectives, and fostering long-term partnerships that drive mutual growth and success.

Who We Look For

1. Bachelor degree or above.

2. 5 years business development working experience or gaming related field.

3. Passionate, committed, self-starter with high level of initiative, energy, ownership, and urgency, with a sincerely willingness to learn from global team members at all levels.

4. Team player with outstanding written and oral communication skills. Comfortable with handling ambiguity and collaborating across different functional teams and departments.

5. Proficient in spoken and written English.

Location State(s)

California

The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $108,000.0 to $200,400.0 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

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About The Company

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world.


Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained.


Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe.


Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth.


Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.

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