Director - Gaming & Esports Asset Strategy

Role Overview

Director - Gaming & Esports Asset Strategy at Qiddiya Investment Company. This role is responsible for the planning, development, and advancement of Gaming and Esports assets across Qiddiya, overseeing the end-to-end asset strategy lifecycle from concept definition through Stage Gate approvals.

Role Purpose

Lead the strategic development of multiple Gaming and Esports assets, translating high-level vision into structured strategies that define value proposition, target audience, experience design, demand and supply dynamics, and commercial positioning.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Asset Development

• Lead the strategic development of multiple Gaming and Esports assets, defining value proposition, target audiences, experience design principles, demand and supply dynamics, and overall commercial positioning.
• Translate high-level vision into structured asset strategies that clearly articulate the product concept, operating model logic, and market differentiation.
• Drive the advancement of priority Gaming and Esports assets across multiple districts, ensuring alignment with broader masterplanning, IP strategy, and destination objectives.

Financial & Commercial Planning

• Support financial feasibility and business case development in collaboration with Finance and Development teams to ensure assets are commercially robust and investment-ready.
• Contribute to budgeting, phasing, and capital planning discussions to ensure effective prioritization and delivery of assets.

Operator & Procurement Strategy

• Design and oversee operator selection strategies, including procurement approach, evaluation frameworks, and appointment processes for operating partners and specialist advisors.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate cross-functional inputs across Strategy, Partnerships, Development, Legal, Procurement, and Finance to ensure integrated and aligned asset progression.

Leadership & Stakeholder Communication

• Develop executive-level presentations, business cases, and briefing materials to support leadership decision-making and external stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in management consulting, strategy advisory, or equivalent high-impact strategy roles.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package.