Job Overview
Wargaming is looking for a hungry Corporate Development Analyst to join a global team of gaming experts and help drive strategic initiatives. The role will report to the Corporate Development Director. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work remotely, in a hybrid setup, or on-site at one of our Wargaming locations around the globe.
The position involves working closely with internal stakeholders to identify, analyze and assess strategic partnerships, investments, M&A and other opportunities for Wargaming at a global level.
The ideal candidate will be a proactive all-rounder with experience in investment banking, management consulting, M&A, corporate development or investments. An understanding of and a personal interest in the gaming industry are prerequisites. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to make an impactful contribution to the company’s growth and establish themselves as a key pillar in the company’s core strategy.
Reports to
The Corporate Development Analyst will report into the Corporate Development Director
What will you do?
1. Perform a broad spectrum of research and analyses in interactive gaming and adjacent sectors
2. Develop gaming industry expertise by evaluating both released and in-development games
3. Build and maintain a network of industry relationships with studios and the broader gaming and investment community
4. Continuously monitor market trends and the competitive landscape to identify new investment, business, and gaming opportunities
5. Evaluate investment, M&A and strategic partnership deals performing a broad range of qualitative and quantitative analyses
6. Support the deal execution process all the way from origination through to due diligence, transaction completion and integration
7. Prepare specific models, business cases and presentations with findings and recommendations for decision-making by senior management
8. Communicate recommendations to enable strategic decisions by the executive team
What are we looking for?
9. Experience in corporate development, management consulting, venture capital, private equity or investment banking
10. The ideal candidate will have verifiable work experience from a previous manager
11. Proactive and action-oriented, assertive, self-managed and highly accountable personality
12. Need to regularly liaise with HQ in Cyprus and colleagues in other global offices
13. Ability to perform qualitative analyses of complex business issues
14. Strong emotional intelligence skills and ability to clearly communicate and present ideas
15. Deep analytical and evaluation skills
16. Strong Excel, financial modelling and PowerPoint skills
17. Discipline and high standards for quality and attention to detail
18. Ability to multitask efficiently and work under pressure
19. Personal interest in gaming and a solid understanding of the industry
20. Gaming industry experience is a bonus but not a prerequisite
21. Willingness to travel regularly to different time zones
22. A good understanding of digital technology
Work mode
23. Remote within Europe
Benefits
Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Guildford include:
24. 5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year - increasing over time to a maximum 30 days per year, with the ability to buy up to an additional 5 days through our holiday buy scheme
25. Additional paid time off (Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
26. Sick Leave Compensation and enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Benefits
27. Dog-friendly office
28. Onsite canteen (with an endless supply of free snacks and drinks)
29. Video games area
30. Family coverage for Private Medical Insurance (pre-existing conditions are covered), Life Insurance, Pension scheme offering a matched 4% tax free employee contribution
31. Mental well-being program (iFeel)
32. Wellbeing perks (Mental Health Days, Dedicated Well-being room, Team of Mental Heath First Aiders)
33. Career development and education opportunities within the company
34. Employee discounts via Perkbox
35. Personal Wargaming Gaming Account
36. Company events (including events for partners/children)
37. Seniority Awards
38. Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
39. One of the main European hubs for game development with 25 years of experience on the market
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.