Director of Business Development, Apac

**PLAY, GROW and WIN**

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.

Virtuosi is a team of experts - people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win - together.

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

Reporting to the CRO, the Director of Business Development APAC, will lead business development and account management activities regionally to develop a solid long-term presence in APAC across China, Korea, Japan, and Australia, generating increased awareness and development partnerships. Their goal will be coordinating a team to expand Virtuos’ existing network to span all major game studios, generating leads and sourcing potential deals, and ensuring delivery of support services across both Art and Game divisions.
- Direct APAC strategy and business development efforts.
- Manage and grow the APAC Business Development team.
- Evaluate business opportunities in cooperation with Virtuos’ production department, assisting in formulating proposals, then negotiating and closing contracts.
- Ensure delivery of services by holding regular calls and meetings with partners to monitor satisfaction and anticipate additional/future support needs.
- Represent Virtuos and build market awareness by regularly representing the company at key industry events and visiting partners.
- Work closely with and advise Virtuos’ CRO on business strategy for APAC market development.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or arts & science, MBA/MFA is a plus.
- A minimum of 10 years’ of Sales and Business Development experience in the video game industry with a focus on Asia market.
- Ability to define a business development strategy and drive results by developing networks and empowering teams.
- Driven by success, has an outstanding track record and demonstrated ability to deliver results.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to present on technical topics in front of diverse audiences.
- A self-motivated and responsible individual, as demonstrated by past achievements in previous jobs.
- Passionate about the media and entertainment sector, with knowledge of video games and motivated to make a difference in a dynamic and fast-growing company.
- Ability to work independently with strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Strong level of persistence in highly adverse and complex situations.
- Ability to travel (25%-30%)

**About Our Team**

Virtuos first set foot in Singapore in 2018, establishing our new head office at the One-North technology park located just a few minutes away from the city center.
Virtuos Singapore is home to several skilled executives and engineers who support our studios globally. Many of our corporate departments are located here, as well as our new R&D center, dedicated to developing new tools and techniques that allow our global studios to remain at the cutting edge of technology.
As Virtuos continues to grow globally, our headquarters is constantly looking out for new and experienced talent to support our studios as they work on upcoming blockbuster titles.
- The headquarters of Virtuos: play an active role in the future of the company
- Be a part of the R&D center and work with cutting edge technology for gaming
- Group outings and activities
- Comprehensive medical healthcare provided for all staff
- Relocation support
- Career and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility Program
- Access to various in-house and external learning opportunities

People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.