External Affairs Manager

As the External Affairs Manager for Riot Games China, you will report to the Head of Public Affairs, China. You will help the company stay on top of regulatory developments across China’s gaming and internet industries, drive the maintenance and application of relevant licenses, and build effective working relationships with external bodies and industry associations.

By translating complex policy environments into clear, actionable business recommendations, you will support the company in making decisions that are good for the business and help Riot Games operate and grow with confidence in the Chinese market.

Responsibilities

  Track, analyze, and synthesize policy developments across China’s gaming and internet sectors; provide timely briefings and actionable recommendations within a compliance framework to support sound business decision-making   Drive license applications including but not limited to game licenses and other content approvals; coordinate across local teams and global teams to keep submissions accurate and on schedule   Build and maintain productive working relationships with external bodies and industry associations; know the processes, navigate the right channels, and keep communication lines open   Respond quickly when regulatory or external affairs issues arise; coordinate resources to resolve matters efficiently within the bounds of applicable policy and regulation   Help establish and maintain external affairs communication channels and platforms to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly   Support teams on content risk assessment, classification, and compliance-related decisions   Work closely with internal teams to support public affairs and related communications work Required Qualifications:   5+ years of experience in public affairs, external affairs, or a related field; gaming or internet industry background preferred   Strong understanding of China’s gaming and internet industries, with the ability to apply that knowledge to make sound judgments and decisions on the job   Hands-on experience with game license applications and content publishing qualification processes   Strong crisis response instincts — calm under pressure, able to act decisively with incomplete information   Strong cross-functional coordination skills; able to bring together internal teams and partner resources to get things over the line   Excellent written and spoken Chinese; working proficiency in English, with fluency a plus Desired Qualifications:   Experience at a multinational company, or a background in law relevant to regulatory affairs   Direct experience in a public affairs role at a leading gaming company or internet platform   Familiarity with esports, live events, or entertainment content regulatory frameworks For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players.

We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!  

Since 2006, Riot Games has stayed committed to changing the way video games are developed, published, and supported for players. From our first title, League of Legends, to 2020’s VALORANT; we have strived to evolve the community with growth in Esports, and expansion from games into entertainment. Players are the foundation of Riot's community and because of them, we’re able to reach new heights.

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