Director of Business Development for North America
About the role
The role
Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We’re a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK–North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight . Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!
At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law. As the Director of Business Development for North Americayou will be responsible foridentifying, pursuing, and securing major business opportunities within their assigned region. You will develop and drive Behaviour’s regional growth strategy, represent the company in high-stakes negotiations, and forge strategic partnerships that advance the organization’s long-term objectives. Collaborating closely with global and regional leadership, as the Director of Business Development you will act as a strategic advisor, leveraging deep market expertise to unlock new possibilities and ensure the company’s success in a fast-evolving industry.
In this role you will :
- Lead Business Development for North America by defining and executing a regional growth strategy aligned with Behaviour’s global objectives.
- Identify, evaluate, and secure high value opportunities across publishing, licensing, strategic partnerships, M&A, and emerging business models.
- Drive complex deal negotiations and act as Behaviour’s ambassador in key industry forums, strengthening the company’s visibility and influence.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with publishers, platforms, external partners, and other regional stakeholders.
- Provide strategic insight to leadership by analyzing market trends, competitive activity, client/IP opportunities, and performance data to support long-term planning.
What we're looking for :
- Minimum 10 years in business development, partnerships, or strategic growth roles, within the video game or technology sectors.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build high value partnerships across diverse stakeholders.
- A strategic, client focused mindset with proven experience developing long-term relationships and delivering impactful business solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically, operate both strategically and operationally, and navigate complex global environments.
- Highly effective at collaborating with remote, cross-functional teams and contributing to a culture of open knowledge sharing.
About Behaviour Interactive
Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian gaming studio, with more than 1,300 employees worldwide. Behaviour is best known for its flagship franchise, the multiplayer survival horror game Dead by Daylight™, which has entertained over 60 million players across multiple platforms. The studio is currently expanding its portfolio of original IP with multiple projects. Behaviour has also established itself as one of the world’s foremost providers of external development services. The company has partnered with many of the gaming industry’s leaders, including Microsoft, Sony, EA, Warner, Netflix, and Take-Two, among many others. Over 30 years, Behaviour has developed an unparalleled, award-winning culture. The company was named one of the Best Places To Work in Canada by GamesIndustry.biz, and has been recognized with Deloitte Canada’s Enterprise Fast 15 and Best Managed Company awards. Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour has expanded its global presence with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Seattle (Midwinter Entertainment), and the United Kingdom (Behaviour UK – North and Behaviour UK – South) and in Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam). For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.
Director of Business Development for North America
About the role
The role
Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We’re a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK–North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight . Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!
At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law. As the Director of Business Development for North Americayou will be responsible foridentifying, pursuing, and securing major business opportunities within their assigned region. You will develop and drive Behaviour’s regional growth strategy, represent the company in high-stakes negotiations, and forge strategic partnerships that advance the organization’s long-term objectives. Collaborating closely with global and regional leadership, as the Director of Business Development you will act as a strategic advisor, leveraging deep market expertise to unlock new possibilities and ensure the company’s success in a fast-evolving industry.
In this role you will :
- Lead Business Development for North America by defining and executing a regional growth strategy aligned with Behaviour’s global objectives.
- Identify, evaluate, and secure high value opportunities across publishing, licensing, strategic partnerships, M&A, and emerging business models.
- Drive complex deal negotiations and act as Behaviour’s ambassador in key industry forums, strengthening the company’s visibility and influence.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with publishers, platforms, external partners, and other regional stakeholders.
- Provide strategic insight to leadership by analyzing market trends, competitive activity, client/IP opportunities, and performance data to support long-term planning.
What we're looking for :
- Minimum 10 years in business development, partnerships, or strategic growth roles, within the video game or technology sectors.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build high value partnerships across diverse stakeholders.
- A strategic, client focused mindset with proven experience developing long-term relationships and delivering impactful business solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically, operate both strategically and operationally, and navigate complex global environments.
- Highly effective at collaborating with remote, cross-functional teams and contributing to a culture of open knowledge sharing.
About Behaviour Interactive
Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian gaming studio, with more than 1,300 employees worldwide. Behaviour is best known for its flagship franchise, the multiplayer survival horror game Dead by Daylight™, which has entertained over 60 million players across multiple platforms. The studio is currently expanding its portfolio of original IP with multiple projects. Behaviour has also established itself as one of the world’s foremost providers of external development services. The company has partnered with many of the gaming industry’s leaders, including Microsoft, Sony, EA, Warner, Netflix, and Take-Two, among many others. Over 30 years, Behaviour has developed an unparalleled, award-winning culture. The company was named one of the Best Places To Work in Canada by GamesIndustry.biz, and has been recognized with Deloitte Canada’s Enterprise Fast 15 and Best Managed Company awards. Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour has expanded its global presence with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Seattle (Midwinter Entertainment), and the United Kingdom (Behaviour UK – North and Behaviour UK – South) and in Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam). For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.