In a major move to strengthen its commitment to the gaming and esports sectors, the UK Government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has officially announced a new opening for the role of Head of Video Games and Esports. This hiring initiative marks a significant shift in how the British government views the gaming industry, treating it as a vital part of the country’s innovation and creative economy.

A Strategic Role to Shape the Future of Gaming

According to the official job listing, the role is described as a leadership position tasked with supporting the continued growth and competitiveness of the UK’s video game and esports industries. The selected candidate will work directly on developing policies that impact these fast-evolving sectors and will also focus on examining the influence of games on society.

The job offers a full-time contract for two years, includes hybrid working options, and has a salary range of £52,082 to £61,084 per year. Interested candidates have until Sunday, June 15, 2025, to apply. An information session will be hosted on Thursday, June 5 at 11:30 PM, and registrations must be submitted by Wednesday, June 4 at 3 PM.

Government Recognition of Esports and Gaming

This position is part of a broader push by the UK Government to invest in the video games ecosystem. The country already provides Video Games Tax Relief for corporate entities, with the most recent update rolled out on May 21, 2025. Though esports is still not officially classified as a sport in the UK, public figures such as Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, have actively promoted it. He recently referred to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park as a "global leader" in the esports space.

Esports is Thriving Across the UK

The UK's presence in the global esports arena continues to expand. Recent years have seen a surge in tournaments, including major championships for League of Legends, Dota 2, and Rocket League. The country is also set to host fifth anniversary celebrations for VALORANT across London, Manchester, and Durham this year.

Even the British Forces Broadcasting Service has embraced the trend, launching an esports league specifically for members of the UK armed forces, proving that competitive gaming is gaining ground across a wide spectrum of British society.

 

 

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