In this role, you will drive the acquisition of premium content, negotiate complex multi-pronged agreements, and build long-term relationships with publishers, universities, research institutions, and data providers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure access to quality and relevant data and content sources that are aligned with Mistral AI’s interests, and enable innovative use of data and content.

This role is ideal for a results-driven negotiator and strategic thinker with a passion for AI, academic content, and ethical data practices, and a proven track record of closing high-stakes deals in the publishing, technology, or research sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development • Build and manage a robust pipeline of high-quality content (e.g., STEM, academic, robotics, multimedia). • Qualify and vet data & content providers to ensure compliance with legal (copyright, data provenance) and business (relevance, cost, scalability) requirements. • Provide regular reports and analytics on procurement activities, investments, and performance to support data-driven decision-making.

Licensing & Partnership Management • Serve as a key point of contact for external partners (e.g., publishers, universities, and research institutions) to understand their goals and interests, addressing their needs and priorities. • Develop multi-pronged relationships (e.g., revenue-sharing, co-development) to create long-term collaboration. • Develop new programs that promote fair compensation and sustainability for content creators, owners and curators.

Cross-Functional Collaboration • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Science, Product, and Go To Market teams) to understand their needs and ensure procurement activities support their objectives. • Evaluate “make vs. buy” options for content sourcing in collaboration with the Human Data team, balancing data development with external access/licensing opportunities

Required Qualifications and Skills • Proven track record of negotiating and closing complex deals ($10M+), including revenue-sharing, licensing, or co-development agreements. • Deep understanding of AI training data ecosystems and ability to translate this into business terms. • Legal acumen: Understanding of legal concepts involved in data acquisition and content licensing. • Strong STEM background (e.g., degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field) and a passion for academic content and research. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (experience negotiating with C-level stakeholders), with the ability to build trust and influence partners at all levels. • Business acumen with experience in market analysis and financial modeling (e.g., DCF analysis) • Fluency in English and French; additional languages (e.g., German) are a plus. • Knowledge of global copyright laws. • Experience working in a fast-paced, global environment, with distributed teams.

Nice-to-Have Skills • Existing network in the publishing, academic, or research communities (e.g., relationships with major publishers, universities, or data providers). • Experience with AI training data, including familiarity with pretraining, RAG, or synthetic data generation. • Direct experience working for a tech company sourcing data/content for LLMs • Technical literacy in data formats (e.g., JSON, XML), APIs, or content management systems.

Benefits • Competitive cash salary and equity • Daily lunch vouchers • Monthly contribution to a Gympass subscription • Monthly contribution to a mobility pass • Full health insurance for you and your family • Generous parental leave policy • Visa sponsorship

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As a Specialized Services Business Development Manager, you'll be instrumental in expanding Keywords Studios' Player Engagement Services. You will focus on driving adoption of Trust & Safety, Monetization, and VIP Concierge services, while building strong relationships with global game publishers and developers.

You'll join a global team and play a key role in developing go-to-market strategies, identifying and closing strategic deals, responding to customer RFIs/RFPs, and driving cross-Keywords business opportunities — using a combination of data and real-world insights to navigate ambiguity and deliver outcomes that benefit both our clients and Keywords.

You'll also leverage your industry network to create new opportunities and support growth across multiple divisions. If you're passionate about player communities, business development, and delivering commercial outcomes, this is a role where you can make a real impact.

Business Development & Strategy

• Develop and execute GTM strategies to drive adoption of new product features.
• Build and execute strategic deals and partnerships to accelerate our Specialized Services adoption and revenue growth.
• Represent the Player Engagement team as the primary point of contact for cross Keywords Studios business opportunities with a focus on T&S, Monetization, and VIP.
• Receive & Respond to customer RFI / RFP’s.
• Use existing networks within the games industry to open doors and create net new opportunities for Keywords with a focus on Introducing Player Engagement Services and expanding to other Keywords divisions.

Analytics

• Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly business reviews on the cross-KWS opportunity pipeline and progress.

Communication

• Work closely with internal teams to drive alignment on business objectives and client initiatives.
• Present proposals, negotiate deals, and communicate complex commercial opportunities effectively.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer obsession.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of business development experience in Trust & Safety, Monetization, or VIP Concierge services within the video game industry.
• Proven experience engaging with game publishers at executive levels (CxO, Studio Head, SVP, VP).
• Track record negotiating and executing complex deals in excess of $5M.
• Strong critical thinking, commercial creativity, and process-driven execution.
• Data-driven mentality and ability to work through ambiguity.
• High attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a remote working environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

What We Offer

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

• Salary range: $150k - $200K USD yearly
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation, flexible paid time off, Personal days
• Sick leave
• Corporate holidays, including floating holidays
• Life & Disability coverage
• Paid Basic and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary Legal, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage

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At Keywords Studios, we're looking for an Enterprise Account Executive to join our team. As an Enterprise Account Executive, you'll play a key role in expanding our Player Engagement Services with some of the world's largest enterprise game companies.

Role Responsibilities

• Build and execute enterprise sales territory plans, including defining target acquisition and customer "go-get" lists.
• Lead the entire customer sales cycle, including commercial and contract negotiations, onboarding, and transition to account management teams.
• Responsible for overall client relationship, ensuring strong engagement and alignment with Keywords services.
• Work with the production team to protect revenues.
• Receive & respond to customer RFIs/RFPs.
• Use existing networks within the games industry to open doors and create net new opportunities for Keywords, with a focus on introducing Player Engagement Services.

Analytics

• Report on weekly, monthly, and quarterly pipeline opportunities and progress toward quarterly revenue goals.

Communication

• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure alignment on sales strategy and customer objectives.
• Communicate effectively with senior-level stakeholders (CxO, Studio Head, SVP, VP) to build strong enterprise relationships.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer obsession.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of Sales experience selling technology services to Game Industry customers.
• Experience engaging with game publishers at executive levels (CxO, Studio Head, SVP, VP).
• Proven experience negotiating and closing complex deals in excess of $10M+ TCV.
• Strong critical thinking, commercial creativity, and process-driven execution.
• Data-driven mentality and ability to work through ambiguity.
• High attention to detail and ability to deliver under pressure and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a remote working environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

What We Offer

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

Salary range: $175k - 200K OTE w/ 60% base & 40% variable based on quota attainment

Medical, Dental and Vision Vacation, flexible paid time off, Personal days Sick leave Corporate holidays, including floating holidays Life & Disability coverage Paid Basic and AD&D insurance Voluntary Legal, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage

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Since 1998, we've grown into a global network of 70+ studios, partnering with the biggest names in gaming across every stage of development — from early concept to launch and live operations.

Our goal is simple: to be the go-to global platform for technical and creative services in the video games industry.

We help teams stay agile, scale quickly, and focus on building unforgettable player experiences.

With deep expertise across our industry-leading service lines and a worldwide team of specialists, we work side by side with our clients as their trusted partner, providing the talent, technology, and reach needed to bring great games to life.

Join us and help drive the adoption and growth of our Player Engagement Specialized Services, including Trust & Safety, Monetization, and VIP Concierge!

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