Aquent
EMEA Product Development Manager - Toys & Games [AQ-17736]
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Aquent is proud to partner with a premier global media and entertainment studio, a true titan in transforming iconic stories into beloved experiences across the globe. This powerhouse brings imaginative worlds to life, captivating millions through its diverse portfolio of entertainment. Shape the future of fan engagement by translating beloved on-screen characters into tangible treasures, directly influencing how global audiences connect with their favorite stories.
Are you ready to be the creative force bridging imagination and reality? This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a dynamic team at the heart of bringing cherished entertainment franchises to life in the physical world. As a pivotal leader in product development, you will drive creative product management for high-profile entertainment intellectual property, directly shaping the physical manifestation of iconic characters and stories. Your expertise will safeguard brand integrity while fostering groundbreaking innovation and expanding global reach, making a tangible impact on how fans interact with their favorite worlds.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Manage day-to-day hardlines product development, including toys, board games, plush, and promotional merchandise.
- Partner directly with world-class master toy creative teams to inspire, guide, and review product ideation and concept execution.
- Serve as the brand guardian, ensuring all external product concepts strictly align with intellectual property rules, legal parameters, and overall franchise vision.
- Act as the key creative bridge, fostering seamless collaboration between commercial sales teams, franchise teams, legal departments, and product development teams.
- Conduct thorough market trend research, translating emerging consumer insights into actionable and visually compelling product concepts.
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What You’ll Bring
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Proven background in product development or category management within brand licensing.
- Strong creative lens and design literacy, enabling effective communication and critique within design processes.
- Assertive and diplomatic communication skills, with the ability to both protect brand guidelines and provide constructive feedback to commercial partners.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite for reviewing and critiquing artwork, alongside proficiency in standard office management tools.
- Ability to lead creative product management for high-profile entertainment intellectual property, including direct creative collaboration with a flagship global master toy partner, and engage in international business travel.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Background specifically in hardlines or the toy industry.
- A design degree or practical design background.
About Aquent Talent
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
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Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
Client Description
A global leader in media and entertainment, known for its diverse portfolio of world-class brands across film, television, and digital platforms. It operates in over 200 countries, making it one of the largest media companies worldwide.
Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.
Other Requirements
This role is open for a limited time. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted ASAP. Application deadline: COB Monday, 7th September 2026
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