Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

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1. Regional Strategy & Business Leadership

Develop and execute the regional strategy in alignment with global HQ directives. Identify growth opportunities across key APAC markets and lead execution of new market entries, partnerships, and regional initiatives. Serve as the key bridge between Korean HQ leadership and local/regional operations, translating corporate goals into regional action plans.
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2. Cross-Functional Operations & P&L Ownership

Oversee all business operations across APAC markets, ensuring profitability, compliance, and operational efficiency. Manage the region's full P&L, drive cost control initiatives, and optimize resource allocation across countries.
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3. HQ Liaison & Communication

Maintain regular and effective communication with HQ (in Korea) and Korean expats in the region. Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and strategic updates in both Korean and English. Ensure local execution aligns with HQ's standards, cultural expectations, and long-term vision.
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4. Leadership & People Management

Build, manage, and mentor high-performing local and regional teams. Support the integration of HQ leadership into regional operations. Foster a collaborative, multicultural working environment that reflects both global and local perspectives.
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5. Risk Management, Governance & Compliance

Ensure all operations comply with local laws and global corporate governance. Identify risks across operations, finance, and HR, and implement mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

Fluency in English and Korean (written and spoken) is mandatory (primary liaison between regional teams and HQ Korea). 15+ years of leadership experience in regional or multi-country roles, ideally in APAC. Proven ability to manage complex cross-border operations and drive business growth. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to navigate both Korean and international business cultures. * Bachelor's degree required; MBA or similar advanced degree preferred.