A strategic and capital advisory firm is seeking a Vice President, to join its Seoul office.
The Vice President will be an integral member of the firm’s growing South Korea practice and the broader team to support the firm’s client servicing. A strong candidate will be highly motivated and have a strong grasp of business fundamentals, industries, and geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific region, and have exceptional expertise in politics, policy, business and sectoral knowledge in South Korea. Further, the candidate will support outbound business development efforts and assisting South Korean companies navigate the U.S. and Indo-Pacific markets. An ideal candidate will also have experience and interest in the broader regional policy and regulatory dynamics that shape private sector decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Korea Practice partner and senior staff in servicing global clients through thorough project management and execution of high-value-added deliverables
- Maintain close communication and work closely with theDC-based South Korea Practice and the broader team to facilitate high-quality deliverables for clients
- Conduct and manage timely and meticulous political, policy, market, and industry research and analysis for South Korea
- Manage and develop high-quality executive memos, PowerPoint presentations, briefing materials, and other written products for clients and internal audiences, along with the Korea Practice members, often within a tight turnaround time
- Proactively and diligently manage client accounts
- Actively participate in regular client engagements, including briefing sessions and workshops, alongside partners and senior staff
- In close coordination with partners andKorea Practice senior staff, partake in external engagements to further clients’ interests and support with the firm’s business development
- Provide logistical and substantive support for client engagements, partner and senior staff visit to Seoul, and events. Provide support for client executive travel
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Proficiency in Korean
- Outstanding English with exceptional research, analytical, writing, and briefing skills in English.Should be able to brief clients in English on subject matter, as well as partners and senior staff
- Advanced degree (e.g., M.A., MBA) in relevant areas, including international business, international affairs, or equivalent practical experience in South Korea
- At least7-10years of relevant work experience, preferably in government relations, a client-servicing industry, or government experience, with extensive network in the public and private sector
- Deep understanding of the South Korean political and policy landscape, and private and sectoral industry landscape
- Highly skilled in client management. Capable at strategic and logical thinking and diligent follow-through to address client issues and manage client accounts
- Management experience in organizations
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with multiple tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated team player with a positive and professional attitude
- Eager for professional development and adept and open to gaining new skills and expertise
- Skilled at Microsoft Office and ability to adopt and utilize new programs including various AI platforms
- Actively learn and contribute to broader platforms and products, including AI
- Ability to take initiative and proactively contribute to the team and growth
Desirable:
- Demonstrated expertise and on-the ground experience in South Korea
- Familiarity with South Korean policies impacting global businesses in an array of industries, such as digital, energy, defense, semiconductor, AI and advanced technology, and pharmaceutical.
- Demonstrated familiarity with the broader geopolitical dynamics, including U.S-China dynamics and South Korean foreign policy, including with the Indo-Pacific region.
- Existing network within the political and policy arena, with a demonstrated ability to conduct outreach in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated understanding of the political dynamics in and surrounding North Korea
