Studio Operations Lead

EA SPORTS; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join EA SPORTS as a Studio Operations Lead to manage operational efficiency and strategic planning in our Birmingham studio. This role, ideal for someone with extensive operational leadership experience in the gaming sector, focuses on creating exceptional gaming experiences. You'll oversee diverse projects, ensuring collaboration and innovation in our talented team dedicated to delivering groundbreaking titles.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Complimentary games

Mental well-being support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing large teams and budgets.
• Background in game development management preferred.
• Evidence of strategic planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of the studio.
• Manage annual budget processes and financial planning.
• Partner with HR/PE teams for talent evaluation.

Skills

Operational Management

Leadership

Budget Management

Team Collaboration

Education

5+ years of operational leadership experience

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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.

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.
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Computer Games

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