Regional Director, CIS

We are looking for a trustworthy, self-driven, motivated and accountable individual to support the growth efforts of the CIS team while collaborating and integrating within the global strategy. 

As a Regional Director at Xsolla, you will play a vital role in leading and managing the company's operations and expansion efforts within the assigned regions. You will be responsible for driving growth, implementing strategic initiatives, and overseeing the overall success of the Xsolla in the region. Work collaboratively with business partners and stakeholders to grow business in the region. You will develop and manage the regional strategies for the markets. 

This role can be based in any European country or Cyprus.

Xsolla is a global e-commerce organization that services the gaming industry with a robust and powerful set of tools and services. As an innovative leader in game commerce, we continue to solve the inherent complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization so our partners can grow their audience, engagement, and revenue.

Sparked by our deep love for gaming’s union of technology and artistry, our product suite operates in more than 200 countries and territories, 20+ languages, and 130 currencies. What hasn’t changed since our launch in 2005 is our conviction that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to play.

REQUIREMENTS

• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute the regional business strategy aligned with the Xsolla's goals and objectives. Identify market opportunities, potential partnerships, and areas for growth within the gaming industry.
• Drive business expansion efforts by identifying new markets, conducting market research, and evaluating potential business opportunities within the assigned region. Develop and execute market entry strategies to maximize the company's presence in the gaming industry.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including gaming companies, and industry influencers. Establish partnerships and strategic alliances to enhance the company's market position and drive business growth.
• Build and manage a high-performing regional team. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback to drive individual and team success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to grow business in the region. 
• Oversee the financial performance of the regional operations, including revenue targets, cost management, and profitability. Develop and implement financial plans, monitor budgets, and identify opportunities for optimization and growth.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to manage regulatory requirements and mitigate operational risks.
• Generate regular reports and present performance metrics to the executive team, providing insights into regional operations, market trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities. Use data-driven analysis to make informed business decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably as a regional director or similar position.
• Established relationships with industry leaders, decision makers, existing and potential partner owners/operators.
• Strong understanding of industry landscape and In-depth knowledge of the gaming industry, including its trends, challenges, and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated success in driving business growth, market expansion, and strategic initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, financial performance, and achieve targets.
• Ability to speak and write Russian at a fluent level

ABOUT XSOLLA:

Xsolla is a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry. Since its founding in 2005, Xsolla has helped thousands of game developers and publishers of all sizes fund, market, launch and monetize their games globally and across multiple platforms. As an innovative leader in game commerce, Xsolla’s mission is to solve the inherent complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization to help our partners reach more geographies, generate more revenue and create relationships with gamers worldwide. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, and cities around the world, Xsolla supports major gaming titles like Valve, Twitch, Roblox, Ubisoft, Epic Games, KRAFTON, Nexters, NetEase, Playstudios, Playrix, miHoYo, Pearl Abyss, NCSoft, and more.  

For additional information and to learn more, please visit:  xsolla.com 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands for this position are sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations. The duties of this position may change from time to time so the individual and organization can achieve their results. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. Xsolla takes your privacy very seriously, and will not sell or externally distribute any data received during the hiring process. For more information related to GDPR or CCPA please reach out to [email protected]. 

 Xsolla is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on the following: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, mental and physical, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, and any other terms deemed by the State of California.

Xsolla takes your privacy very seriously, and will not sell or externally distribute any data received during the hiring process. For more information related to GDPR or CCPA please reach out to [email protected].

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