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[IT/사업개발] Head of Business Development

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A technology company is looking for a Head of Business Development. The chosen applicant will lead business development by driving strategic partnerships, commercial agreements, and cross-functional execution to support market growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead data partnerships from initial conversations to signed agreements and live execution
  • Own deal structuring, negotiation, and closing across both supply-side and demand-side partners
  • Build partnerships with companies and institutions that provide proprietary data
  • Develop relationships with enterprises, pharmaceutical companies, and AI labs seeking data solutions
  • Deepen relationships with Korea's leading consumer and technology platforms
  • Expand partnerships with major Korean conglomerates
  • Build on existing leadership-level relationships to generate new business opportunities
  • Translate the company's product and technical vision into commercial deal terms
  • Work closely with product and engineering teams to shape solutions for the Korean market
  • Drive the company's market presence and business growth in Korea
  • Partner on PR, positioning, and messaging for local media, partners, and investors
  • Coordinate cross-functional execution across legal, product, engineering, and global leadership teams
  • Align stakeholders across multiple functions and time zones
  • Oversee the transition of signed agreements into operational execution
  • Ensure successful delivery of strategic partnership initiatives
  • Support the company's long-term growth strategy in the Korean market

Requirements:

  • More than 10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, corporate development, or a comparable deal-driven role
  • Startup experience
  • Bilingual level Korean and English

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience in data, IP, healthcare, or frontier technology markets
  • Management consulting background, or comparable training in structured problem solving
  • Existing network across the Korean startup, enterprise, or investor landscape

About the Company:

A technology company that develops blockchain-based solutions for managing and protecting digital intellectual property. Its platform helps creators, developers, and businesses securely manage and collaborate on digital assets.

Keywords:

비즈니스 개발, 영업, 기술, 블록체인

Job Ref: 054KKF

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: General Mgt / Consultancy

Focus: Business Development

Industry: IT

Salary: ₩250,000,000 - ₩300,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Korean - Bilingual

Second Language: English - Bilingual

Location: Seoul Capital Area

Job Reference: 054KKF-CE6E8AF6

Date posted: 2 July 2026

Consultant: Jay Lee