About this [WEBTOON] Sr Associate, Global Corporate Development role at Wattpad
Key Responsibilities:
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Support and assist in the execution of the company’s strategic growth initiatives including partnership, M&As, and new business development
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Collaborate with leaders within the company to identify, define, and analyze strategic initiatives, reporting to a leader within the Corporate Development team
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Assist in the coordination and support of all phases of M&A/investment and partnership process from sourcing and evaluating to execution
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Conduct in-depth research on markets, competitors, and potential partners; maintain a strong external perspective and form expert viewpoints on fast-evolving market trends
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Build and cultivate relationships with industry partners, startups, and investors; represent the company at key industry events, conferences, and meetings
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Partner with cross functional teams (including product, marketing, and content) to launch and execute strategic partnerships and new business initiatives
Basic Qualifications:
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Minimum 3+ years of experience at a top-tier company in investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, strategic finance, or private equity
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Strong knowledge of the US content and media landscape
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Familiarity with financial modelling, corporate development, and the M&A lifecycle
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Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; capable of building complex financial models and executive-ready presentations to support decision-making
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
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Willingness to be hands-on and deeply involved in execution details
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Adaptable and flexible in response to changing business needs and priorities
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Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive them to completion Attention to detail; Strong work ethic; Proactive and calm under pressure
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High standards; Results-oriented mindset; Bold and conviction-driven thinking
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience in project management, relationship management, and change management
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Professional working fluency in spoken and written Korean or Japanese
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MBA and/or international experience is a plus
