South Korea Analyst

Seoul, South Korea

Position Responsibilities
  • Research and monitor South Korean government policy, regulatory developments and sector developments, as well as consumer trends and issues on behalf of G3 Group’s clients.
  • Analyze and interpret the corporate, business, policy and political implications of specific government regulations, policies and laws in South Korea. Keep abreast on relevant news to clients and provide top-line analysis of current events and how developments affect clients’ business operations in Singapore.
  • Provide well-written, succinct and actionable reports and presentations of research and information to clients and colleagues. This includes mapping and engaging relevant public and private-sector stakeholders, patient advocacy groups, the media and other relevant influencers. This also includes developing narratives and talking points for clients in coordination with the relevant senior director and managing director.
  • Advise and assist G3 Group’s clients in developing and implementing government relations, corporate social responsibility, media, public affairs and other strategies in South Korea.
  • Support in the building and nurturing of networks with clients, South Korean government officials, media and relevant stakeholders, including gathering business intelligence by cultivating relationships with relevant government officials, professional communities, media outlets, civil society organizations and industry stakeholders.
  • Track interaction with stakeholders in Salesforce, ensuring that contacts are updated, engagement is logged and follow-ups are moved through the various G3 Group’s offices.
  • Work collaboratively with G3 Group’s teams based in South Korea and elsewhere in Asia, the Pacific, Europe and North America, on a range of projects and provide further support internally and externally to advance G3 Group’s objectives.
  • Provide other services, including occasional administrative tasks, as needed.
Job Requirements

We seek an exceptionally collegial, eager, highly motivated professional who can work independently, anticipate client and company needs, and be part of a high-performing international team. A keen understanding of South Korea’s political and regulatory environment and how to navigate it on behalf of clients is required.

This position combines high-level client relations with the skills and responsibilities required for building relationships with key interlocutors in the market and internal management and leadership. The ideal candidate can work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as a team player in high-pressure situations.
 

Qualifications include:

  • Education: Minimum bachelor’s degree; master’s degree is preferred.
  • Work Experience: Minimum three to five years of relevant experience working in South Korean government, a multinational corporation, journalism and/or consulting.
  • Strong research, editing and written and verbal communication skills in native English are required. Knowledge of one or more Asian-Pacific languages is a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in or passion for one or more of the following industries: healthcare and pharmaceuticals, ICT, energy and/or fintech,
  • Aptitude for engaging confidently and thoughtfully with corporate representatives, government officials, civil society and the media.
  • Ability to manage a flexible work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite and ability to learn and adopt new technologies. Previous experience using Salesforce is a plus.
  • Must be currently based in South Korea.
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please address cover letter to G3 Group.  

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