Senior Game Scout

Kwalee; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Leamington Spa is seeking a Senior Game Scout to join its PC & Console publishing team. This role involves identifying potential hit games, managing a network of developer contacts, and leading a team of Publishing Scouts. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in game scouting or business development. The position requires on-site work 5 days a week with opportunities for national and international travel. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical cover

Dental and optical care

Life assurance

Solid pension plan

25 days of holiday

On-site gym

Dog-friendly office

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of experience in Video Game Scouting or Business Development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for team effectiveness.
• Proficiency in specific tools/software relevant to the industry.
• Proven track record of signing deals with competitors.
• Understanding of legal frameworks within the industry.
• Willingness to travel internationally for industry events.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential hit games for publication.
• Lead and manage Publishing Scouts and Evangelists.
• Maintain a network of developer contacts.
• Monitor market trends for emerging opportunities.
• Present insights to the Head of PC and Console Publishing.

Skills

Game Scouting

Business Development

Communication

Collaboration

Market Analysis

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Management

Job description

At Kwalee, we foster an environment where creativity and collaboration come together. Specialising in both the development and publishing of casual and hybrid casual games, we also bring our creative touch to publishing PC & Console titles, ensuring a diverse and exciting gaming portfolio.

By joining our talented team in Leamington Spa, you’ll be part of a space where ideas flow freely, innovation flourishes, and team spirit stays strong. We’ve found that when we’re all together, great things happen. With over 1 billion players already reached, your work will contribute to our shared mission of making the most fun games for the world’s players.

Join the team!

As we continue to grow, we are now looking for an additional Senior Game Scout to join our PC & Console publishing team in our office in Leamington Spa, working onsite 5 days per week alongside both national & international travel.

As a Senior Game Scout, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and securing potential hit games for our PC & Console division. You will collaborate to forge and sustain trusted partnerships with game developers, all while driving corporate profitability and growth.

Responsibilities

• Leverage your extensive knowledge of games, research insights, and industry experience to identify high-quality PC & Console games for potential publication.
• Evaluate and analyse sourced or submitted games, supporting our internal due diligence process.
• Lead and manage Publishing Scouts and Publishing Evangelists.
• Establish, build, and maintain a wide network of developer contacts to foster strong industry relationships.
• Continuously monitor and analyse market trends to inform team activities, capitalise on emerging opportunities, and implement best‑in‑class publishing and scouting strategies.
• Present key publishing insights to the Head of PC and Console Publishing as necessary.
• Play our games and research competitor products to understand what drives success in the PC & Console market.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of experience or equivalent in Video Game Scouting, Business Development or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM Management and Networking skills (specific tools/software).
• A proven track record of signing deals and winning business from competitors.
• An understanding of the legal framework in the industry and what a win / win scenario looks like.
• International travel to games industry events will be required.
• Based in our Leamington Spa office, working 5 days per week on‑site when you are not traveling both nationally & internationally for work.

The design of our compensation and benefits revolves around a people‑first philosophy. We have a supportive environment, with a strong focus on development and wellbeing. In structuring benefits across our offices, we adhere to core principles and align with local standards. Salaries are fairly benchmarked in accordance with background and skills, against industry and location standards. Our Talent Acquisition team will share more details with you as you progress in the recruitment process. They’re eager to connect with you and can’t wait to have a conversation!

Why Kwalee?

We believe in more than just a job—we’re committed to helping you thrive with a fantastic work‑life balance and a range of great benefits! You’ll enjoy comprehensive medical cover, including dental and optical care, life assurance, and a solid pension plan. Plus, you’ll have 25 days of holiday to recharge, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised throughout the day. Enjoy the benefits of an on‑site gym, free parking, and convenient electric charging stations. We provide state‑of‑the‑art equipment and plenty of career growth opportunities to set you up for success. And to keep things lively, we host seasonal events, regular townhalls, and share exclusive Kwalee merch. With our dog‑friendly policy and a vibrant office atmosphere, there’s always something fun going on!

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Kwalee, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, where we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving creativity. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Our culture is built on celebrating the diverse voices of our team members, fuelling innovation and strengthening our connection to our players. We are dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of life, including age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We recognise the importance of self‑development, career progression, and well‑being in retaining our talented team. At Kwalee, we celebrate individuality and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.