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Job Summary
Lead the charge in APAC esports business development for Riot Games, driving commercialization strategy and high-impact partnerships across iconic titles like League of Legends and VALORANT. This executive role offers the chance to build and mentor a regional team, innovate partnership models, and shape the future of esports in a dynamic market.
About this job
As the Director of Esports Business Development for Riot Games in APAC, you will lead the regional commercialization strategy across League of Legends, VALORANT, and TFT esports. This senior leadership role involves shaping and executing Riot’s partnerships vision, driving sustainable revenue growth, and overseeing a regional team and agency partners. You will define long-term business development strategy, align with global priorities, and manage high-impact partnerships from strategy to execution.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, or commercial strategy, with a strong track record of leading large-scale deals from strategy through execution.
- 5+ years of senior leadership experience, including managing leaders and scaling regional or multi-market teams.
- Demonstrated success operating in APAC markets, with a nuanced understanding of cultural, commercial, and regulatory dynamics.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate with executive stakeholders internally and externally.
- Experience in esports, gaming, sports, media, or live entertainment industries.
- Strong network of brand, agency, and media relationships across APAC.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, and storytelling skills.
- Track record of building innovative partnerships with measurable business impact (e.g., revenue growth, renewals, audience engagement).
- Experience working in a global organization with regional autonomy and cross-cultural collaboration.
Benefits & Perks
- Open paid time off policy
- Flexible work schedules
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
- 401k with company match.
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