Business Development Manager - Localization & QA Services

2 Hours ago • 8 Years + • Business Development

About the job

Summary

Keywords Studios seeks experienced Business Development Managers to lead sales for Localization, QA, and Audio services (Globalize service line). Working fully remotely from Europe, UK, North America, or Asia, you'll drive strategic sales initiatives, cultivate client relationships, and expand service offerings. Key responsibilities include collaborating with internal teams to identify and target clients, designing sales strategies, managing opportunities, delivering exceptional client support, representing Keywords at industry conferences, adhering to sales methodology, and supporting account management. The role requires proven experience selling Globalize, Engage, Create, or Media & Entertainment Services in gaming or related fields, along with experience in language AI or testing automation solutions. A Director-level position is possible depending on experience.
Must have:
  • Proven experience selling Globalize, Engage, Create or Media&Entertainment Services
  • Success in managing commercial client relationships
  • Experience with Language AI or testing automation solutions
  • Ability to collaborate with central functions, supporting divisional growth
  • Experience partnering with Solutions Architecture teams
Perks:
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Projects aligned with your expertise
  • Collaborate with industry leaders on AAA titles
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Fully Remote opportunity
  • cycle-to-work, IT schemes, pensions, healthcare, social events
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Description

Keywords Studios is the leading provider of creative and technical services to over 950 clients, including major AAA developers and publishers such as Microsoft, Bandai Namco, and PlayStation. With a global network of 75+ studios, we co-develop games and provide comprehensive support across all aspects of game development including Localization, QA, Audio Services, Art Production, Game Development, Marketing services and much more. Our teams bring the visions of industry leaders to life, whether enhancing iconic franchises or building new projects from the ground up.

About the Role:

We are seeking experienced Business Development Managers to lead sales efforts for one of our different service lines in 2025. We are looking for talent with a background selling our services: Globalize (specializing in QA, Localization, and Audio services), Engage (Marketing Services), Create (Art and Game Dev) or Media & Entertainement (Audio) services. Operating fully remotely from either Europe, UK, North America, or Asia you will be a key player in our Global Business Development team, driving strategic sales initiatives and cultivating strong client relationships. Your expertise will be essential in expanding our service offerings and fostering long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Service Line division, Client Partners, and Business Development Representatives to strategically identify and target high-potential clients for Keywords' Localization, QA, and Audio services.
  • Design and implement advanced sales strategies tailored to prospective clients, driving growth and market expansion.
  • Partner closely with the Globalize Solutions Architecture team to qualify leads, ensuring alignment with business goals, and expertly manage opportunities throughout the sales lifecycle.
  • Deliver exceptional client support by proactively managing expectations in partnership with the Globalize Solutions team and Portfolio Directors, ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Represent Keywords at key industry trade conferences, providing strategic support and expertise at exhibition stands to drive business visibility and engagement.
  • Adhere to the company's advanced sales methodology, producing insightful reports and tracking key metrics to inform decision-making.
  • Support Portfolio Directors and delivery teams in high-level account management, cultivating strong client relationships and contributing to strategic customer review meetings to drive long-term success.

Requirements

  • Proven experience selling Globalize, Engage, Create or Media&Entertainement Services in the gaming industry or adjacent.
  • Success in managing commercial client relationships.
  • Experience with Language AI or testing automation solutions is essential.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with central functions, supporting divisional growth.
  • Experience partnering with Solutions Architecture teams and representing a suite of services.

This role offers the opportunity for a Director-level position, depending on your experience.

Take the next step in your sales career and lead the way in gaming innovation!

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits our studios can offer:

    • Competitive salary and benefits
    • Projects aligned with your expertise
    • Collaborate with industry leaders on AAA titles
    • Professional growth opportunities
    • Flexible work arrangements
    • Fully Remote opportunity
    • Dedicated to diversity and inclusion
    • Additional perks: cycle-to-work, IT schemes, pensions, healthcare, social events, and more.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

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Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: Europe, United Kingdom, London
Area of Work: Sales
Service: Globalize, Engage, Create, Media & Entertainement
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Remote

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