Studio Talent and Operations Director

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators, and more. We believe that amazing games and experiences start with diverse teams that reflect our players and communities. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

We are Criterion. We love games. Over the last twenty years, we’ve entertained millions worldwide with award-winning, massively entertaining games. We are a talented team dedicated to crafting games with joy, passion, and a commitment to quality. At Criterion, we value creative collaboration, fresh ideas, and diverse perspectives. Our studio combines industry veterans and newcomers who inspire, support, and educate each other.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure Criterion details are accurate in Airtable and coordinate with EU and North American teams on team and project movements.
• Partner with finance to maintain data accuracy between Airtable and Anaplan systems.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to facilitate recruitment, remove roadblocks, and support hiring teams.
• Liaise with Studio Head of Ops regarding related issues.
• Facilitate Wellbeing surveys, liaise with HR, analyze results, and implement actions.
• Conduct regular Team Health Checks.
• Maintain work model allocations in Workday with HR.
• Manage studio budget with Criterion FP&A for travel, entertainment, training, hardware, etc.
• Oversee craft planning and development.
• Coordinate training budgets and setups with HR and Studio GM.
• Ensure staff participation in Criterion activities, working with North Studio.
• Line management of Criterion Operations Coordinators in Guildford and Manchester.
• Coordinate with Guildford Governance on ERG and Outreach activities.
• Work with Studio GM to promote Criterion Studio locally and within the UK gaming industry.
• Lead team-building, celebrations, swag, and culture initiatives.
• Facilitate Studio AMA and All Hands meetings.
• Oversee building site operations requests from Workplace Experience.

About Electronic Arts:

We aim to inspire the world to play through innovative games, services, and technologies, creating infinite possibilities for players and fans worldwide. We seek collaborative, inclusive individuals with diverse perspectives to enrich our culture and challenge us. Our benefits focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness, supporting our employees through every life chapter. We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, parental leave, free games, and more. Our workplace is safe, respectful, and empowering. Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal records and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities as required by law.