Job Overview
DPS Games is a games development studio based in Guildford, part of Wargaming, one of the biggest publishers of FTP games in the world. Our studio leadership are industry veterans, and we believe we’re building a great studio culture in the best studio space in Guildford.
As Office and Events Manager, you will have a dual role, anticipating the day to day needs of the studio and resolving any issues, as well as owning all internal and external events, making our studio a great place to work!
We are looking for you to bring your energy and enthusiasm, your resilience and experience in a multi-cultural working environment, along with exceptional organisational abilities and pride in running a busy studio, to establish a culture that aligns with our studio vision.
Reports to
This role will be based in Guildford, UK and reports to the Head of Operations.
This role requires some degree of flexibility, to be based in our Guildford studio full-time with some occasional out of hours work.
What will you do?
Events:
- Plan, develop and execute a range of events that align with studio objectives
- Lead and present your ideas and updates to stakeholders
- Work with vendors to ensure smooth operation of events - including venue selection, catering, budgets, health and safety and all event logistics
- Promote events and drive attendance
- Track the outcomes of events and share post-event feedback
- Identify opportunities for new events and initiatives
Office Management:
- Provide a positive experience for our visitors
- Act as a liaison with other Wargaming offices
- Effectively manage and control all associated budgets and costs
- Manage soft services like the Deli, cleaning and maintenance
- Manage the inventory and ordering of office supplies and equipment
- Build relationships with local suppliers and the building manager
- Additional admin tasks, including, mail, courier services, booking transport
- Work as part of the wider Workplace Management Team, including HR, Finance, IT and Employer Branding
What are we looking for?
- Office management experience within the technology industry
- Excellent organisational and planning skills, with experience in delivering successful events
- Experience managing and delivering against budgets
- A friendly and confident approach to your work, along with your excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment and accountability to delivering a high level of customer service, with the resilience to cope under pressure
- Flexibility to adapt to change and respond to a variety of work situations
- An ability to work on your own, as well as part of a team
- A high level of IT proficiency
What additional skills will help you stand out?
- Experience in a similar role within a game studio
- Being able to communicate effectively within a multicultural environment
- Experience of process improvements to enhance delivery
Benefits
Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Guildford include:
- 5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year
- Dog-friendly office
- Onsite canteen (with an endless supply of snacks and beverages)
- Video game areas, Warhammer painting station, a bespoke D&D table, Adjustable height desks
- Health Insurance (including family coverage), Life Insurance, Pension contribution
- Mental well-being program (iFeel)
- Wellbeing perks (Mental Health Days, Dedicated Well-being room, Team of Mental Heath First Aiders)
- Career development and education opportunities within the company
- Employee discounts
- Personal Gaming Account
- Company events
- Seniority Awards
- Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
- Working in one of the main European hubs for game development
- Startup within a company with 25 years of experience on the market
- To learn more about our studio in Guildford, follow this link: https://dpsgames.com/studio
