Studio Manager - Barcelona

Location

Barcelona | Spain

Job description

IO Interactive is hard at work developing two exciting game projects: Project 007, a brand-new James Bond video game featuring an entirely original Bond story, and Project Fantasy, an ambitious new IP for console and PC that will revolutionize the online fantasy RPG genre.

We are actively seeking a Studio Manager to play a pivotal role in fostering growth and excellence within our Barcelona office. If you have a passion for creating industry-leading games and a desire to contribute to the success of our Barcelona team, we want to talk to you. 

Your journey with us won't just be about managing processes; it will be about creating an atmosphere where our Barcelona employees can thrive and contribute their best to the exciting projects ahead. 

What you will do:

• Managing local HR to optimize our EVP and collaborating with Global HR Lead, People Managers, and other studio managers.
• Help optimize collaboration across production and departments
• Being a promoter and catalyst of both overall IO values and culture and the local flavor of these
• Define and execute IOI Barcelona’s OKRs, contributing to the overall mission and goals of IOI
• Steering projects, ensuring office space and facilities can accommodate for IOI’s growth and aspirations
• Create and maintain studio related budgets, including cost controlling. (e.g., the studio’s Administration Budget)
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, Facilities, Marketing, and Production to ensure initiatives are effectively implemented. 
• Ensure IOI is represented in the local games industry and beyond and support employer branding initiatives
• Help attract key hires to the studio
• Ensure that business is run in accordance with local law and regulations
• Drive local CSR / ESG initiatives ensuring alignment with local regulations
• Collaborate with and support executive management in implementing cross studio initiatives that is not directly owned by departments
• Take a proactive role in the planning and executing of studio events
• Ensure our seating plan is optimal for promoting collaboration

Who you are 

• A deep passion for video games and the culture
• Solid understanding of all aspects of AAA video game production
• Hands on experience with operating a business locally
• A proven leadership track record
• A proactive and approachable nature
• Strong skills in establishing and maintaining processes
• Strong skills as facilitator as well as ability to foster collaboration
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• A keen eye for details and the ability to create consensus around the big picture

Who we are:

IO Interactive is an independent videogame development and publishing company with studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Istanbul and Brighton. As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform video games in the last decade, we are committed to creating unforgettable characters and experiences – all powered by our award-winning, proprietary Glacier technology.

We know that to achieve those goals, we need courage, talented people and a great working environment – and we do our utmost to have all of that. Across our multiple studios, we’re working on several projects. Crucially though, we’re all one team. We value the work and impact that each person brings to the table and we actively encourage new ideas, whilst listening to your insights along the way.

We have a dedicated team of People Managers, who look after you as an individual and as an employee. With more than 40 nationalities, we know that everyone is different and we are proud to have a reputation for being a friendly workplace with highly-talent people. 

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