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WEBTOON · 2 months ago

[WEBTOON] Executive Director, Global Corporate Development

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$180K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

WEBTOON is a leading global entertainment company specializing in mobile webcomics. The Executive Director, Global Corporate Development, will collaborate with top management to pursue M&A/investment opportunities and strategic partnerships, driving the company’s global expansion.

AndroidContentDigital EntertainmentDigital MediaiOSMedia and Entertainment

Responsibilities

Lead, coordinate, and support all phases of the M&A, investment, and partnership process from sourcing and evaluating opportunities through to execution to accelerate WEBTOON entertainment’s growth trajectory while creating synergy with business partners

Partner with executive and functional leaders to source, evaluate, and deliver strategic initiatives including M&A, investments, and partnerships—that expand the company’s growth pipeline and strengthen its market position

Apply strong business acumen to translate strategic priorities into actionable business development targets, identifying growth opportunities and aligning cross-functional support to drive execution

Conduct in-depth research on markets, competitors, and potential partners; maintain a strong external perspective; and form expert viewpoints on fast-evolving market trends

Translate market insights and trends into actionable business development targets, identifying growth opportunities and aligning cross-functional support to drive execution

Build and cultivate relationships with industry partners, startups, and investors as a key industry player and thought leader; represent the company at key industry events, conferences, and meetings to stay connected and develop new relationships in the media entertainment industry

Partner and build strong relationships with cross-functional teams (including content, product, operations, and marketing) to gain alignment, support, and secure internal resources to launch new business initiatives and execute strategic partnerships effectively

Qualification

Corporate M&AStrategic partnershipsBusiness acumenAnalytical skillsFinancial modelingProject managementCommunication skillsRelationship managementChange managementCultural sensitivityResults-oriented

Required

Minimum 7+ years of experience in corporate M&A, strategy, partnership or strategic finance in relevant IP-driven sectors such as entertainment, media, content, gaming, digital streaming platforms and/or financial services such as Investment Banking, PE/VC, and M&A consulting firms

Strong knowledge of the US entertainment, content and media landscape

Experience and exposure to the complete M&A lifecycle with hands on execution capabilities

Demonstrated excellent business acumen with proven track record of driving business forward as a strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, including the capability to build complex financial models and executive-ready presentations to support decision-making

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English

Willingness to be hands-on and deeply involved in execution details

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive them to completion

Adaptable, flexible, and resilient, someone who can remain calm and works well under pressure, in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities

Results-oriented and driven, with a strong work ethic, high standards, meticulous attention to detail, and a conviction-led mindset

Cross-border communication skills and high-cultural sensitivity to Korean culture and business practice