Business Development Manager, PlayStation Plus at Sonyinteractiveentertainmentglobal

Why PlayStation? PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. Business Development Manager, PlayStation Plus London (hybrid) - will require regular onsite work at our London campus Would you like to be part of the team that makes PlayStation Plus the greatest game subscription service in the world? We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join PlayStation’s subscription team. We’re looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual who will help identify and execute new strategic opportunities to enhance PlayStation’s subscription offering. In this role, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the PlayStation business and broader industry trends in order to identify opportunities for new features, functionalities, and partnerships. You will be responsible for recommending enhancements that deliver mutual value for PlayStation, its partners, and its customers. This includes building and evaluating business cases, assessing the potential scale and impact of new initiatives, and determining their ability to support long-term organizational objectives. The Business Development Manager will help define key performance indicators, shape new strategies, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful execution through to commercial launch. You’ll collaborate with global teams across product, marketing, finance, growth, and experience, while also playing a key role in driving the culture and effectiveness of the wider Services team. This role requires the ability to manage multiple complex projects with limited guidance, think critically, execute effectively, and approach opportunities with strong commercial acumen. Success in this position also depends on excellent storytelling skills and a proven ability to build strong partnerships across teams and divisions. What You'll Do • Supporting on strategic commercial projects from business case to delivery. • Understanding and sharing industry trends helping to identify future opportunities and threats. • Understanding impact of new opportunities and how they fit with wider business goals. • Work closely with key cross-functional stakeholders to obtain strategic alignment, buy in and approval. • Play a key role in driving the culture and development of the global Service’s team. What We're Looking For • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. • 5+ years of experience in consumer tech related industries, executing and delivering on business growth strategies. • Ability to propose, shape, and lead new propositions and strategies throughout a complex, global organization • An understanding of commercial subscription and financial models. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Ability to think strategically and execute tactically, and a persistent attention to detail. • Ability to adapt to a quickly in a dynamic, changing, fast-paced environment. • Excellent data analysis and quantitative skills. • Flexible approach to working hours to support global business operations. Benefits: • Discretionary bonus opportunity • Private Medical Insurance • Dental Scheme • London Allowance (if applicable) • 25 days holiday per year • On Site Gym • Subsidised Café • Free soft drinks • On site bar • Access to cycle garage and showers Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights. Equal Opportunity Statement: Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.