Business Development Manager (contract)

Business Development Manager (Contract)Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.SummaryAre you a detail-oriented, collaborative professional with a passion for the gaming and entertainment industry? This exciting hybrid opportunity places you at the heart of a dynamic partnerships and licensing team supporting one of the world's largest gaming studios, with millions of active players worldwide. In this role, you will serve as a critical operational backbone for senior Business Development managers, owning key processes across the full lifecycle of partnership contracts — from preparing negotiation materials and managing documentation to supplier onboarding and payment processing. You will play a meaningful role in ensuring compliance, maintaining rights trackers, triaging external partnership proposals, and identifying opportunities to streamline and optimize Business Development workflows. With approximately 80 to 85 percent of your time dedicated to hands-on project and process management and the remainder spent collaborating with internal stakeholders, this position offers a rare blend of operational depth and strategic visibility within a high-impact gaming environment.Job ResponsibilitiesSupport senior Business Development managers in executing and managing partnership contracts, ensuring timely processing and compliance throughout all deal stagesAssist with the preparation of negotiation materials, contract templates, and operational tasks across all phases of the deal lifecycleEnsure proper filing of executed agreements and all relevant documentation within the contracts management system and SharePointManage supplier setup and payment requests to partners using internal procurement and finance tools as neededLook up and execute non-disclosure agreements for new partnerships where none currently existMaintain the Licensed DLC rights tracker and other team trackers, monitoring upcoming expiration dates to ensure ongoing compliance and support timely renewalsSupport the triage and response process for incoming external partnership proposalsContribute to additional team projects and initiatives as neededProactively identify and implement opportunities for process optimization and workflow improvementRequirements8 or more years of overall professional experience in Business Development, partnerships, or a related field requiredMinimum 5 years of direct experience managing legal contracts, preferably within the gaming or entertainment industryPrior experience in a paralegal role supporting contract negotiation and management is strongly preferredDemonstrated experience working with Finance and Legal teams on time-sensitive, compliance-driven dealsBackground in gaming, entertainment, or a similarly fast-paced, partnership-driven industry highly preferredCandidates must be available to begin the assignment in June 2026; candidates unable to start until July 2026 or later will not be consideredBachelor's degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Liberal Arts, or a related field requiredStrong verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detailDemonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environmentSolid understanding of business and management principles, including strategic planning and resource planningExperience collaborating cross-functionally with Legal and Finance teams on time-sensitive deals while maintaining policy complianceAbility to apply accounting and mathematical principles to business tasks as neededCapacity to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expensesStrong interpersonal and customer service skills with a focus on teamwork and stakeholder collaborationMinimum 5 years of experience in project and task managementMinimum 5 years of experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholdersMinimum 5 years of experience managing legal contracts, including negotiation support and compliance oversightAdditional DetailsLocation: Redmond, WA (Hybrid: 3 days/week)Duration: 13 monthsPay Range*: $45 - $51 per hourWeekly Schedule: 40 hoursJob Status: Non-ExemptApplication Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.This Role Is Eligible For The Following BenefitsMedical, dental & visionHospital plans401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Company paid short and long-term disabilityHealth & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)Employee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental LeaveBenefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com. This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.