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September 18

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Remote People

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Recruitment • HR Tech • B2B

Remote People is a leading international recruitment agency that specializes in creating meaningful employment opportunities by connecting ambitious businesses with exceptional talent from over 150 countries. With a focus on diverse cultures, Remote People offers bespoke recruitment services tailored to the needs of each client and candidate. The company aims to revolutionize the way companies and candidates connect across borders, with deep insights into global markets and cultural nuances. Remote People supports businesses in finding the perfect match, whether they are looking to fill critical roles or expand into new markets without local offices.

2 - 10 employees

🎯 Recruiter

👥 HR Tech

🤝 B2B

📋 Description

• Lead strategic planning, execution, and day-to-day operations in Korea • Build partnerships with government, academia, industry, and other stakeholders • Monitor market and policy trends to inform strategy and decision-making • Represent the organisation as a trusted authority in food innovation and sustainability • Recruit, manage, and develop a high-performing local team • Oversee budgets, resources, and compliance with Korean regulations and regional standards • Ensure effective internal communications, processes, and team culture • Prepare reports, presentations, and external communications • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the organisation

🎯 Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant work experience • 3+ years in team leadership • Experience in nonprofit management, startups, or scale-ups (ideally) • Strong knowledge of Korea’s food innovation ecosystem • International work experience and comfort operating in a global, multicultural environment • Ability to work independently in fast-paced, ambiguous settings with strategic thinking and sound judgment • Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement with government, academia, or industry leaders in Korea • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills with cultural fluency • Strong organisational, project management, and execution skills with meticulous attention to detail • Proficiency with Google Suite, Asana, and similar productivity platforms • Bilingual fluency in Korean and English (written and verbal)