[GR Korea] Analyst - Seoul Office

SUMMARY

GR Korea is looking to recruit a Public Policy Analyst for our office in Seoul (Yeongdeungpo-gu), to support our work on a range of Korean public policy issues. 

In this role you will build a firm foundation to a career in government relations and public affairs, as well as have opportunities to advance in the company. The chosen candidate will be required to work in a client-facing capacity, on a variety of accounts spanning different sectors. A high level of English is essential.

GR Korea is part of The GR Company, a rapidly growing international government relations and public affairs consulting firm with offices in Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore, Taipei, Washington D.C., London and Osaka. GR Korea and The GR Company provide career opportunities at the intersection of business and government, helping world-leading corporations, NGOs, industry associations and other stakeholders engage effectively with government and on public policy discussions.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluent spoken and written Korean and English is essential
• Solid understanding of Korean policies and the policy-making process, and a working knowledge of Korean government and politics
• Excellent research skills
• Ability to take a creative and proactive approach to solving complex, policy-related challenges as part of an expert team
• A strong desire to contribute to policy dialogue in Korea and to tackle real policy challenges
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude

RESPONSIBILITY

• Public policy research and analysis, report writing, editing, and strategic development
• Helping to implement strategic outreach and engagement plans with policy stakeholders
• Working with colleagues on a variety of important policy challenges
• All-round support as part of the GR Korea and The GR Company team, including generating ideas and proposals for new business development

EDUCATION

• Good university degree (2:1 or higher) in a related subject (such as public policy, economics, politics, communications or international relations)

OTHER

Here's what you can expect from The GR Company:

• A dynamic, multilingual and international work environment
• Hands-on exposure to and interaction with key figures in business, government and civil society on matters of public policy in Korea, particularly in the fields of public health and healthcare
• Competitive salary package and generous social benefits
• Opportunities for personal skill development and training
• Opportunities to develop and advance your career in government relations and public affairs