Our company made it onto Forbes’ list of Top 30 Companies for Remote Jobs, so you know we’re all about that work-from-anywhere life!
We are seeking an experienced and well-connected Senior Business Development Manager to join our international team at 8Bit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the game development industry, with at least 3 years of commercial experience, and a proven track record of establishing and maintaining relationships with key industry players.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute strategic business development plans to drive growth and increase revenue.
Identify new business opportunities by leveraging industry connections and conducting market research.
Establish, maintain, and expand relationships with key decision-makers within the gamedev industry, including game developers, publishers, and related technology partners.
Identify new business opportunities and develop new client relationships.
Attend industry events, conferences, and workshops to stay informed on the latest trends.
Regularly report on business development activities, market trends, and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 3 years of commercial experience in game development. industry, with a strong understanding of its landscape, trends, and key players.
Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management within the gamedev sector.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain lasting professional connections.
Proficiency in CRM and sales tools, as well as Google Workspace applications.
Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events as needed.
Existing network of contacts within the game development industry, particularly among developers, publishers, and technology partners.
WHAT WE OFFER
100% remote work forever
B2B contract
Salary : As our first Business Development Manager, indicate your desired salary expectations; we are open to negotiating a competitive package based on your experience and value to our growing company.
Flexible working hours, core hours 10:00-14:00 CET
Performance and Holidays bonuses
26 paid days off + 5 sick days per year + 4 additional days off for volunteering
Adopting a pet? That means a paid day off for onboarding a new family member!
Birthday is for celebrating! It’s a paid day off
Fixed gym membership budget (Medicover Sport for Poland-based employees)
Fixed private medical care budget (Medicover Premium for Poland-based employees)
Training sessions
Training budget
Opportunity to attend industry events (Digital Dragons, Gaming Industry Conference, Gamescom, etc.)
TRN membership
Company offsites
8Bit is a boutique recruitment agency supporting game dev, VR, and tech start-ups. We are a young and hyper-specialized team of gaming freaks who believe in humanizing recruitment. We have tight partnerships with the market listed AAA studios as well as mid-size developers and indie teams across the globe. We do not accept compromise as we understand how difficult the game dev industry is now. Would you like to join us?