Studio Operations Lead

Electronic Arts; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company seeks a Studio Operations Lead in Birmingham to oversee operational strategy, budget management, and enhance efficiency in collaboration with the leadership team. Ideal candidates possess over five years of experience in operational roles, especially in hybrid environments, making impactful contributions to studio success.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Mental well-being support

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Complimentary games

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Operational & Leadership experience with team sizes of 50+.
• Experience managing game development budgets throughout the lifecycle.
• Expertise in partnering with HR/PE teams on strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of the business in the studio.
• Guide strategic planning for the Studio and products.
• Support execution of central functions contributing to long-term success.

Skills

Operational Leadership

Budget Creation and Management

Strategic Planning

People Management

Project Oversight

Job description

Locations: Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

• Birmingham
• United Kingdom

Role ID

209284

Worker Type

Regular Employee

Studio/Department

Work Model

Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Codemasters has a long-standing reputation as one of the premier game developers in the industry. As a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators and so much more, we believe that amazing games and experiences start with teams as inclusive and engaged as the players and communities we serve.

We're renowned for our innovation and passion for racing games, and we place enormous value on collaboration, innovation, and unique perspectives to continue evolving our titles for players worldwide.

We're looking for people with a passion for creating exceptional gaming experiences to help us deliver industry-leading titles. Join us on the road ahead!

When it comes to our F1 franchise, our passionate team brings players closer to the action than ever before. Each iteration innovates to bring players new experiences, letting them live their dream of lining up alongside their heroes from the worlds of F1 and F2. The F1 franchise is one of the highest-scoring of all time, according to Metacritic. With a focus on innovation and engagement, we're evolving the ultimate Formula 1 experience for players everywhere, and you could help us take the game to the next level.

This is a Hybrid remote/in-office position, based in our Birmingham studio.

We are looking for a Studio Operations Lead , reporting to the VP/GM of the F1 Studio in Birmingham. You will partner with the Studio leadership team to oversee all operational aspects of the business. This includes establishing functional processes and improving operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Partner with the PE team on all people and talent processes including talent evaluation and compensation

Oversee the annual/quarterly/monthly budget process and planning, tracking actuals and financial risks and opportunities

Support execution of the core central functions that contribute to long-term success of the studio

Guide strategic planning for the Studio and products

Help guide studio and facility related projects in partnership with the Workplace Experience team

Use and improve the frameworks and processes used to establish a rhythm in how business is conducted e.g. financial submissions, resource planning.

Qualifications:

5+ years of Operational & Leadership experience with team sizes of 50+ people

Experience creating game development budgets, and managing those throughout life cycle.

You will have experience partnering with HR/PE teams on people strategies

Experience leading teams in a hybrid work environment

Expertise presenting plans and recommendations to executives.

Experience overseeing projects of varying scope and complexity with multiple partners inside and outside the business.

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About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.