Riot Games

Sr. Manager, Partnership Management - Riot Commercial Partnerships

Los Angeles, USA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$20k-$30kDetected 6 days ago

Account ManagementBusiness DevelopmentPremiere ProLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

This role is also a key member of the Global & Americas leadership team, helping define the organization's strategy, direction, and operational excellence.
Because priorities shift quickly in our fast-paced environment, this role includes-but isn't limited to-the responsibilities below.
We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games.

Build and scale a world-class partner management organization focused on delivering exceptional value to partners and delighting players.
Identify and drive new, incremental opportunities for existing partners across Riot's growing portfolio of products.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering strong craft leadership and seamless coordination with cross-functional teams and partner stakeholders.
Serve as a senior relationship lead with partners
empower your team to build trusted, strategic relationships that deliver on shared KPIs and elevate the player experience.
Manage and resolve complex partner escalations to ensure successful delivery of targeted outcomes for players and partners
Guide your team as they advocate for partner needs, objectives, and deliverables within internal workstreams, ensuring flawless execution and contractual compliance.
Serve as a senior relationship lead with partners; empower your team to build trusted, strategic relationships that deliver on shared KPIs and elevate the player experience.
That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player.
Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday.

10-12+ years of experience in Partnership Management, Account Management, Sponsorship Sales & Fulfillment, or equivalent fields
Proven track record (3-5+ years) of managing a team of experienced direct reports
Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply data-driven decision-making
Ability to blend creative thinking with strategic, structured problem-solving
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Experience navigating global relationships and regional nuances
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players.
Experience building and mentoring large, complex teams
Experience leading shared service support functions
Bachelor's Degree in related field; MBA or related advanced degree is a plus

Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules.
We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match.
Check out our benefits pages for more information.
We're looking for a driven, strategic leader to shape and execute the long-term partnership vision for Riot and our Global & Americas league partners.

At Riot Games, we put players first.
Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission.
If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.

10-12+ years of experience in Partnership Management, Account Management, Sponsorship Sales & Fulfillment, or equivalent fields

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