About Rocksteady Studios

Rocksteady Studios are one of the UK’s most respected games development houses, building up a formidable reputation since their foundation in 2004.

A subsidiary of Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment, Rocksteady have earned international acclaim with their work on the Batman: Arkham series, and have won a total of 117 awards throughout the lifespan of the studio.

Headed up by Creative Director Sefton Hill and Studio Director Jamie Walker, Rocksteady have grown steadily over the years and now employ 182 employees working across 12 departments, and they continue to take on new staff as the scope of their games becomes ever more ambitious.

They pride themselves on upholding the core values of quality, professionalism, efficiency and treating people well. This is because Rocksteady are committed to creating the world’s best work environment in terms of professional culture and staff wellbeing, as well as crafting the world’s best games.

What is it like to work for Rocksteady Studios

Giving Something Back

100% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

The company now operates a recycling-only waste policy, installed two electric car charging points and changed all lights in the office to be on timers, reducing their environmental impact. They also provide two days off per year for everybody in the studio to do volunteering work for local charities.

100% of staff agreed:

My organisation encourages charitable activities

My Company

96% of staff agreed:

I feel proud to work for this organisation

Rocksteady successfully introduced flexitime in the last year to give people the autonomy to manage their own time and work around their personal lives. Lunch hours are enforced strictly, encouraging people to get away from their desks. This change has led to a positive response from staff.

96% of staff agreed:

I feel proud to work for this organisation

Fair Deal

90% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Project deadlines come on the last Friday of each month, so the studio celebrates by having the Studio Director cook breakfast for the team. After completing their work and reviewing their achievements, the team unwind with pizza, drinks and gaming.

90% of staff agreed:

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Charity Activities

At least 20% of staff are known to undertake charitable activities during business hours without incurring financial loss
Gym

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Health Insurance

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Maternity

At least 10 weeks’ full pay or generous alternative
Profit Related Payment

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