--- title: 'Head of Business Development at Rovio' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/head-of-business-development-rovio-helsinki-awrxmddr8n80' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-04' --- # Head of Business Development at Rovio - **Company:** Rovio - **Location:** Helsinki, Finland - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-25 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-04 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/rovio-2/d915dfef-61b3-448a-a5ae-43c104c83901 ## Job description Rovio is part of the SEGA family and world famous for our flagship IP Angry Birds - want to know more about Rovio as an employer? Click here. Are you ready to identify, create and drive business opportunities that strengthen the Angry Birds IP globally and bring joy to millions of fans worldwide? We're looking for a Head of Business Development to lead our growth strategies, build meaningful external partnerships, and expand the reach of our beloved IP! In this role, you’ll build partnership strategies  shaping exciting new game deals, seek new collaborations and expand our market reach. You’ll collaborate closely with our internal game and transmedia teams, co-development partners, and SEGA colleagues to unlock new revenue opportunities together. You can be located in either Stockholm, Barcelona or Helsinki. For candidates outside of these locations, we also offer relocation support. You will have impact and fun at work by: - Shaping partnership strategies across growth platforms for Rovio like Apple Arcade, Amazon Game Night, Netflix,  Epic, Meta and Roblox, and into Console/PC - Securing exciting Angry Birds IP licensing partnerships to expand the reach of our games portfolio and bring Angry Birds to life in other world-class gaming IPs. - Sourcing and negotiating new commercial deals that expand our game portfolio and revenue from growth markets like China. - Tracking market trends to share helpful insights that guide our long-term growth plans. - Prioritizing our deal pipeline with Rovio leadership and Sega colleagues to focus on high-impact projects. - Leading and mentoring a team - one direct report to start and projects crewed by Sega - to foster a supportive and high-performing team. Experience and skills we are looking for: - Extensive experience in business development, partnerships, or licensing within gaming, entertainment, or tech. - Track record of closing high value agreements through building trust and strong negotiation skills. - Experience in generating leads and managing complex projects and a structured deal pipeline. - Strategic thinking combined with an outcome-focused and resilient approach. - People leadership skills in guiding, supporting, and developing team members. - Strong knowledge of the iOS and Android marketplace and a passion for the mobile gaming sector. - Fluent in English with clear, comfortable communication skills to navigate across different cultures and time zones. It would be nice if you also have the following skills: - Established relationships with platform owners and major IP licensors. - Experience with PC, console, or cross-platform co-development deals. - Familiarity with the SEGA or Rovio ecosystem or working within a global, multi-region group. - Additional language skills are an advantage. You'll work in a hybrid setup with two to three days at the office per week. Kindly send us your CV in English. We look forward to speaking to you! We welcome applicants to use the name they want to be addressed by in the application form, regardless of whether it is their legal name. At Rovio, we are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or conditions in our working environment and job application procedures. We are committed to continuously improving workplace accessibility. If you have any questions before applying, please write to us at recruitment@rovio.com. What to expect when you join us Candidate Hub Meet the Rovians Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Rovio ## About Rovio ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Rovio Entertainment Ltd is a global mobile-first games company that creates, develops, and publishes mobile games, best known for the iconic Angry Birds brand, with over 5 billion downloads worldwide. - **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of SEGA Corporation) - **Headquarters**: Espoo, Finland - **Founded**: 2003 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Mobile games, entertainment, brand licensing - **Target customers**: B2C (consumers of all ages) - **Mission**: “Crafting joyful experiences that connect generations” ## Products & Services - **Angry Birds franchise**: Mobile games (e.g., *Angry Birds 2*, *Angry Birds Dream Blast*, *Angry Birds Friends*), animated movies (*The Angry Birds Movie* 2016 and 2019), and consumer products through brand licensing. - **Other mobile games**: Additional titles developed across seven game studios in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Canada, Spain, and Turkey. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (acquired by SEGA; prior public market cap was ~€706.6M as of its IPO in 2017) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of €317.7M (most recent available data) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Owned by SEGA Corporation; operates seven game studios globally. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of ~500+ employees across 21 countries; slight YoY decline (-1.4%, -9 people) but maintains strong brand recognition and diversified entertainment portfolio. ## Competitive Advantages - **Iconic global brand**: Angry Birds is one of the most downloaded mobile game franchises ever, providing instant recognition and a loyal user base. - **Integrated entertainment ecosystem**: Games, movies, animations, and consumer products create multiple revenue streams and cross-promotional opportunities. - **Data-driven culture**: Emphasizes using data and insights to sharpen intuition and make confident decisions, supported by dedicated data analysts and scientists. ## Strategic Focus - **Continuous evolution**: Prioritizes learning, curiosity, and adapting to market trends (“learning is our favorite game mode”). - **AI integration**: Has a dedicated AI strategy to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, while keeping hiring human-driven. - **Autonomy and ownership**: Encourages self-driven teams and true ownership of projects, maintaining a “big small company” culture. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & diversity**: Over 50 nationalities, inclusive and collaborative environment; strong Nordic values with emphasis on work-life balance. - **Work model**: Hybrid working model (roles tied to office locations); flexible hours and possibility for remote work, with relocation support for senior roles. - **Learning & growth**: Continuous self-driven learning supported by courses, conferences, and training; opportunities to work with top talent in the games industry. - **Wellbeing**: Active hobby groups (board games, house band), wellbeing benefits, and a supportive atmosphere. ## Sources 1. [Rovio Careers](https://www.rovio.com/careers/) 2. [Rovio About](https://www.rovio.com/about/) 3. [Rovio Job Listings (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/rovio-2) 4. [Rovio LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/rovio) 5. 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