Head of Studio - Dublin

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Head of Studio to lead the Dublin team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

- Day to day Operational Management of the Dublin studio, including project and budget management

- Provide HR support and consultation to the Dublin studio team

- Daily supervision and leadership of team members alongside project managers

- Mentorship and coaching of people, supporting recruitment, overseeing new employee on-boarding and career development

- Closely cooperate and communicate transparently with, Larian’s Directors, company headquarters, and other Studio Heads

- Ensure Dublin team harmony, team resilience and foster a vibrant, fun, productive studio work environment

- Be a strong advocate of the Larian culture and live by Larian’s values

- Be the face of the studio, speaking at conferences and promoting the studio

- Work with local colleges and course providers to run Internship programmes based on studio/team requirements

- Liaise with local authorities to ensure the studio is always in line with local laws and regulations.

- Work with local authorities and governments to develop strategies to improve the gaming sector in Ireland. Be the voice of Larian at a local level to ensure government strategies align with Larian’s vision.

- Work with authorities and governments to successfully claim any tax credits available to Larian (R&D, DGTC)

Requirements

- Proven experience working in a Leadership role in the Games Industry or a similar creative industry, working with multidisciplinary teams

- Project Management, Coaching \ Mentorship or Project Delivery experience

- Experience working with international teams, and a track record of developing effective working relationships internally and externally

- Understanding of Game or Product development life cycles

- Player and People-focused

- Demonstrate sound judgment consistently, and take ownership of decisions within your area of responsibility

- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and capable of adapting to changing priorities

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Nice to haves

- Passionate about games and RPGs

- Experience working in HR

- Experience working for international companies

- Leadership or Coaching qualifications

- Entrepreneurial experience, building successful teams

What we offer

- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel

- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged

- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields

- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues

- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees

- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback