Product Team Lead (London Area)

Are you a strategic and hands-on Product Lead with a passion for virtual worlds, monetisation, and social-first gameplay?

Our client is seeking an experienced Product Lead to guide the development and delivery of immersive, monetised virtual world games. This is a unique opportunity to shape the full product lifecycle, from concept to launch and potentially extend into live operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in F2P game mechanics, progression systems, and in-game economies. You’ll be responsible for setting the vision, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering experiences that drive player engagement, retention, and monetisation.

What you’ll be doing

• Defining and executing the product vision and roadmap for virtual world games
• Leading cross-disciplinary teams across design, art, and engineering
• Developing monetisation strategies, including F2P systems, virtual goods, and progression mechanics
• Overseeing project timelines, budget management, and delivery milestones
• Coordinating user testing, analytics, and iterative development to optimise player experience
• Managing the launch process and supporting the transition to live operations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience shipping virtual worlds or social-first games with F2P models
• Deep understanding of in-game economies, player engagement mechanics, and retention loops
• Proficiency in agile methodologies and comfort with fast-paced, iterative development
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and collaborate across disciplines
• A data-informed mindset paired with creative problem-solving skills

Nice to have

• Experience in live operations or community-led game development
• Background in user-generated content systems or in-game creation tools

If you're excited about building virtual spaces where players connect, progress, and engage meaningfully, get in touch with Andy at Skillsearch here: ad@skillsearch.com