Shape the future of digital gaming on a global scale!Our client is an international technology company transforming the way millions of consumers access digital entertainment through partnerships with telecom operators and global brands. As they expand their gaming business, they are looking for an experienced Head of Games to build the strategy, lead a growing specialist team, and drive the evolution of a global gaming platform across multiple markets.This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a newly created business unit, influence executive decision-making, and define how gaming products are monetised and scaled internationally.Languages:Full professional level of EnglishMain Responsibilities:Define and execute the long-term gaming strategy aligned with business objectivesBuild the roadmap for the gaming business, identifying the most attractive market opportunities and monetisation modelsLead the end-to-end gaming portfolio from concept through launch, optimisation and growthDrive product decisions using commercial and user performance metrics including retention, ARPU, lifetime value and revenue growthEvaluate new gaming segments, distribution channels and commercial opportunities across integral marketsOwn the gaming P&L; and deliver sustainable business growthDevelop monetisation strategies including subscriptions, in-game purchases, advertising and other emerging revenue modelsBuild and manage strategic relationships with game studios, publishers, platform providers and technology partnersLead commercial negotiations and content acquisition initiativesOversee gaming partnerships and ensure successful integration of new content into the platformBuild,



develop and lead a multidisciplinary gaming team while defining the future organisational structureCollaborate closely with senior leadership to shape the future direction of the gaming businessEstablish KPIs, governance processes and quality standards across the gaming portfolioIdentify business risks and implement effective mitigation plansCore Skills/Experience:Around 10 years of experience within mobile gaming, web-based gaming platforms or app-based gaming environmentsProven experience leading gaming products, portfolios or business units at scaleStrong background defining product strategies and executing roadmaps using Agile methodologiesExperience across both web and native application environmentsExcellent understanding of gaming ecosystems, player engagement and monetisation strategiesCommercial experience with P&L; ownership and revenue growthExperience negotiating strategic partnerships and acquiring gaming contentSolid understanding of D2C and B2B2C business modelsExposure to international markets across Europe, the Middle East and AfricaExperience working with AI to support product development, delivery and user experienceAbility to connect different areas of the gaming ecosystem,



from partnerships and publishing to product strategy and commercial growthExperience within the telecommunications industry is an advantageComfortable leading and developing multidisciplinary teamsOwnership mindset with the confidence to build a business unit from the ground upStrategic thinker with the ability to translate market opportunities into clear commercial plansStrong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence executive leadershipAdaptable, entrepreneurial and comfortable operating in a fast evolving international environmentWillingness to relocate to Madrid and travel internationally when requiredWhat's on offer:Salary around €140,000 gross per year with flexibility for exceptional candidatesHybrid working model with 13 work-from-home days per quarterPrivate health insuranceTicket RestaurantModern office in MadridFlat organisational structure with fast decision-makingInternational environment with colleagues across three continentsOpportunity to build and lead a newly created gaming business unit with significant executive visibilityOur recruitment process :Step 1: Interview with one of our Recruiters to get to know you betterStep 2: Online interview with the Chief Operating OfficerStep 3: Online interview with C-level stakeholdersStep 4: Online interview with the BoardStep 5: Final in-person meeting in Dubai, with travel arranged by the companyAt Babel Profiles, we believe in talent beyond labels. This opportunity is open to all qualified candidates, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of gender, gender identity, background, or origin.
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📌 Head of Games with English (Madrid)
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