Licensing & Partnership Activation Lead - Video Games - Fixed term

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

We are looking for a Licensing & Partnership Operations Lead to drive end‑to‑end delivery of licensing initiatives for a global gaming client. The role manages a remote team, translates client requests into workstreams, and ensures timely, quality execution. This fixed‑term, fully remote position works closely with production, community and marketing teams.

Role Snapshot

• Remote team leadership
• Licensing & partnership delivery
• End‑to‑end operational oversight
• Cross‑functional coordination
• Performance coaching & development
• Process improvement

Must-Have Requirements

• Licensing & partnership program management
• People leadership & coaching
• Remote team coordination
• Project planning & execution
• Stakeholder communication
• Microsoft 365 suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Risk identification & mitigation
• licensing program management
• people leadership

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Video game industry experience
• Managed services / agency delivery experience
• Process documentation & workflow improvement
• video game industry
• managed services

Work Setup

• Location: Vancouver, Canada
• Work mode: REMOTE
• Remote scope: COUNTRY_RESTRICTED
• Remote countries: Canada
• Employment type: Full-Time
• Contract duration: 9-10 months (fixed term)

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Salary range details
• Relocation
• Notice period
• Travel
• Security clearance
• Coding test
• Portfolio
• GitHub
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

What You'll Likely Work On

• Lead and coach a team of licensing and partnership specialists, handling performance reviews, onboarding and resource planning.
• Own the full delivery lifecycle of licensing and partnership initiatives, from intake through completion.
• Translate client requests into actionable tasks, delegate work based on priorities and capacity, and monitor progress.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and timelines, identifying risks and removing blockers.
• Coordinate with internal production, community, social and marketing teams to align resources and priorities.
• Develop and refine operational processes, documentation, and workflow improvements.

Good Fit If You Have

• Experience in the video game or entertainment industry.
• Background in managed services, agency, or outsourced delivery environments.
• Familiarity with developing operational processes and documentation.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work setting.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset.