Remote Esports Operations Leader

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Industry events access

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Head of Esports Operations to lead our competitive gaming division from a remote strategic viewpoint. This senior role demands extensive experience managing esports teams, events, and player development programs, and overseeing recruitment, tournaments, sponsor relations, and budgets.

You will shape the division's strategy, build industry relationships, ensure high standards of performance, and drive profitability from a fully remote capacity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing professional esports teams or operations.
• Deep understanding of the competitive esports landscape and trends.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making skills.
• Experience negotiating and managing sponsor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall strategy for the esports division, aligning with company goals and objectives.
• Manage the recruitment, onboarding, and development of professional esports players and coaching staff.
• Oversee the planning and execution of tournament participation, including travel, logistics, and compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with game developers, tournament organizers, sponsors, and other key industry stakeholders.
• Manage the esports operational budget, ensuring financial responsibility and profitability.
• Develop and enforce team policies, player conduct guidelines, and performance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Sports Management

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Head of Esports Operations to lead our competitive gaming division from a remote strategic viewpoint. This senior role demands extensive experience managing esports teams, events, and player development programs, and overseeing recruitment, tournaments, sponsor relations, and budgets.

You will shape the division's strategy, build industry relationships, ensure high standards of performance, and drive profitability from a fully remote capacity.