Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe (BNEE) is a leading global publisher, developer and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.
Part of the Japanese Bandai Namco group, we are known for bringing many entertainment's top franchises to market such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™, as well as European led projects such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe has 15 international offices with operations in 50 countries and is headquartered in Lyon, France’s capital of gastronomy, located at the intersection of two rivers, creating a lively peninsula at its center. Lyon is also a strategic hub located at the crossroads between the Alps, Paris, and the Mediterranean Sea!
Our company's motto is ‘Fun for all into the future’, join Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe’s family now to be part of that journey!
We are seeking a Senior Video Games Production Services Director to lead critical “middle office” functions and play a key role in driving our global Video Games product.
This is a high-impact leadership position at the heart of our organization, with direct influence on product success, operational excellence, and strategic growth.
Your main responsibilities include (non-exhaustive list):
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Lead and oversee Production and Production Services functions
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Supervise the full lifecycle of game products, from concept to post-launch
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Ensure high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery through Localization, QA, and Release Management
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Provide strategic insights on market trends and product positioning
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Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams (~30 people) across 4 departments
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Own and optimize departmental budgets and resource allocation
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Act as a key interface with international stakeholders (Japan, North America, partners, licensors)
- Proven experience in a senior leadership or executive role within the video game industry
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Previous experience in Localization, QA, and/or Release Management is required
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Strong expertise in production cycles, and product strategy
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Solid track record in team leadership, project management, and budget ownership
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Deep understanding of gaming markets, platforms, and industry trends
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Fluent in English (Japanese is a strong advantage)
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Comfortable operating in high-pressure, fast-moving environments
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Highly analytical, structured, and solution-oriented
What we offer?
- A key executive position with real strategic influence
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A Central role in shaping product strategy and portfolio performance
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A dynamic international environment at the forefront of gaming with a direct impact on major game releases and business success
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A culture that values innovation, ownership, and collaboration
Additional Information
Job location: 15 rue Félix Mangini, 69009 Lyon – France / This position is not eligible to full remote
Contract: permanent / full-time
Start date: asap
Remuneration: fixed and variable compensation
Benefits: flexible working hours, 2 teleworking days per week, lunch vouchers, reimbursement of public transportation costs, work council advantages (gift vouchers, discount on services...), nice building with various facilities (gym room, gaming room, nap room, car / bike / scooter parking, cafeteria and coffee corners…)
