Remote Head of Esports Operations

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Healthcare plan

Professional growth opportunities

Regular virtual team activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Head of Esports Operations to lead our remote operations team within the esports and digital entertainment space. This senior role oversees tournaments, player management, content, and community engagement from a home office, driving a winning culture across a distributed team.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in esports leadership, deep knowledge of titles, and proven success in organizing large-scale events.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in esports management, operations, or a senior leadership role.
• Proven ability to plan and execute large-scale esports events and initiatives.
• Strong budget oversight, contract negotiation, and resource management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership in a remote, distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for the esports division.
• Plan, organize, and manage tournaments, leagues, and events.
• Oversee player recruitment, contracts, and performance monitoring.
• Create community engagement strategies across social channels, streams, and forums.
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams on narratives and promotions.
• Manage esports budgets and ensure profitability.
• Stay updated on trends, tech, and best practices in esports.
• Foster relationships with developers, sponsors, and key stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor a diverse remote team to high performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Remote team management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Esports analytics platforms

Performance tracking software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Head of Esports Operations to lead our remote operations team within the esports and digital entertainment space. This senior role oversees tournaments, player management, content, and community engagement from a home office, driving a winning culture across a distributed team.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in esports leadership, deep knowledge of titles, and proven success in organizing large-scale events.