The next great challenge is coming:
Room 8 Group is looking for a Head of Corporate Development to lead our growth initiatives and corporate strategy, encompassing sourcing, evaluating, and executing M&A and partnership opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in analyzing competitive landscapes, identifying acquisition targets, performing valuations, assessing strategic fit, executing deals as a principal, and integrating acquired companies. This role also involves significant project management and operational responsibilities.
Superpowers you have:
- General understanding of software outsourcing and/or the video games business.
- 5+ years of work experience in the fields of IB, PE, VC, corporate development, or management consulting with a strong financial background.
- Experience managing end-to-end M&A processes, particularly on the buy-side.
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Strong financial modeling skills and experience preparing investment presentations.
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Excellent relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
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Proficient in structuring and managing due diligence processes.
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Strong grasp of the financial and legal implications of acquisition terms.
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Fluency in English.
Becoming part of Room 8 Group, you will:
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Identify potential acquisition and partnership targets within and beyond the gaming industry.
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Manage and structure the M&A pipeline, including incoming investment opportunities.
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Evaluate and prioritize acquisition targets (e.g., game studios) through valuation and strategic fit assessments.
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Conduct market and company analysis as part of pre-acquisition evaluation.
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Lead end-to-end acquisition processes.
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Manage cross-functional acquisition teams, including internal stakeholders, external advisors, banks, and legal counsel.
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Identify and engage potential investors or creditors as needed; support debt and capital raising efforts.
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Oversee post-merger integration, acting as the primary point of contact for acquired companies.
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Identify emerging technology solution providers; coordinate internal technical assessments and negotiate partnership agreements.
Join the team of inspiring game dev professionals, and get even more:
- Competitive financial remuneration;
- Challenges to raise your XPs score working on the projects of the top global game dev publishers;
- A culture of diversity and inclusion to unite the most outstanding talents;
- Community of people who understand and share your passion for games.
Together we will bring games to the next level. Exactly with you.
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