Manager, Licensing & Partnerships
[ WHO WE ARE ]Based out of South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is committed to discovering and globally publishing games thatdeliver a uniquely fun experience with global production studios known for distinctive creatives. Founded in2007, KRAFTON consists of PUBG STUDIOS, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, Striking Distance Studios,Dreamotion, Unknown Worlds, 5minlab, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio and ReLU Games, eachtrying to innovate the enjoyment of games through continuously embracing challenges and newtechnologies, expanding our platforms and services to win the hearts of more fans.KRAFTON India has established itself as a trailblazer in the gaming industry, driven by its unwaveringcommitment to delivering distinctive and enjoyable gaming experiences. At the heart of KRAFTON India'ssuccess lies a deep understanding of the Indian gaming community.The company takes immense pride in its premier entertainment properties, which include highly populartitles like BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), CookieRun India, Road To Valor: Empires, Defense Derby,and New State Mobile. These games have not only captured the hearts of Indian players but have also playeda pivotal role in fostering a thriving e-sports ecosystem in the country.With a focus on India, KRAFTON is dedicated to nurturing the gaming and start-up ecosystem. In line withthis commitment, KRAFTON initiated the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) in October 2023. KIGI aimsto support 6-10 teams annually, with program durations ranging from six months to one year. Additionally,KRAFTON India has invested over $150 million in the Indian market in the past two years. It has committedan additional $150 million to the Indian start-up ecosystem over the next three years.Nautilus Mobile is an Indian game development studio based in Pune, known for building Real Cricket —India’s most popular mobile cricket gaming franchise. Founded in 2013, the studio has consistently deliveredauthentic, high-quality cricket simulation experiences to millions of players across India and beyond. Itssuccessful titles include Real Cricket 24, Real Cricket 22, Real Cricket GO, and the legacy favourite Real CricketPremier League. In April 2025, KRAFTON acquired a majority stake in Nautilus Mobile. This investmentreflects its commitment to unlocking opportunities for Indian game developers and supporting the growth ofIndia’s gaming ecosystem. Through this partnership, Nautilus Mobile continues to innovate at theintersection of sport and gaming, shaping the future of interactive cricket entertainment.[ ABOUT THE ROLE ]We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated professional to lead our licensing and partnership effortsrelated to the cricket ecosystem in India, with potential to expand into broader regional and global cricketgaming rights. This individual will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing licensingopportunities ranging from smaller, tactical agreements to complex multi-party, multi-regional deals...