Associate Vice President / Vice President - #263129

Job Description

The Asia Group, LLC is now accepting applications for an associate vice president or vice president to join our Washington, D.C. office. The employee will primarily support the firm’s South Korea portfolio, servicing global company clients.

The Asia Group (“TAG”) is a strategic and business advisory firm supporting Fortune 500 firms in established and emerging markets across the Indo-Pacific region and the United States. The Asia Group’s clients cover a broad range of industries, including high-tech, online platforms, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, entertainment, defense, energy, financial services, hospitality, and transportation.

The Associate Vice President/Vice President will be an integral member of TAG’s growing South Korea practice and the broader TAG team to support the firm’s client servicing. A strong candidate will be highly motivated and have a strong grasp of business fundamentals, industries, and geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific region, and have exceptional expertise in Korea-related issues in both South Korea and the United States. An ideal candidate will also have experience and interest in the broader regional policy and regulatory dynamics that shape private sector decisions.

Responsibilities Include

• Support Korea Practice partner and senior staff in servicing global clients through thorough project management and execution of high-value-added deliverables.
• Conduct timely and meticulous market, industry, political, and policy research and analysis for both South Korea and the United States
• Develop high-quality executive memos, PowerPoint presentations, briefing materials, and other written products for clients and internal audiences, along with the Korea Practice members, often within a short period.
• Actively participate in regular client engagements, including briefing sessions and workshops, alongside partners and senior staff
• Work closely with the broader TAG team to develop quality cross-team deliverables
• In close coordination with partners and senior staff, partake in external engagements to further clients’ interests and support with TAG business development
• Provide logistical and substantive support for client engagements, events, and TAG business travel
  
  

Required Experience And Qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g., M.A., MBA) in relevant areas, including international relations, international business, and political science, or equivalent practical experience related to South Korea and relevant U.S. policy landscape
• At least 6-8 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a client-servicing industry, government relations, or government experience
• Management experience in organizations
• Deep understanding of the U.S. and South Korean public and private sector landscape
• Outstanding research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Korean
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with multiple tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated team player with a positive and professional attitude
• Eager for professional development and adept and open to gaining new skills and expertise
• Ability to take initiative and proactively contribute to the team and TAG’s growth
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise and on-the ground experience in South Korea
• Familiarity with U.S. policies impacting South Korean businesses and vice versa, in an array of industries, such as defense, semiconductor, AI and advanced technology, and pharmaceutical.
• Demonstrated familiarity with geopolitical dynamics, including U.S. China policy, U.S. Asia policy, and Indo-Pacific market dynamics
• Demonstrated understanding of the political dynamics in and surrounding North Korea
  
  

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and are expected to work in-person at the TAG DC office five days per week. Please note that the Asia Group maintains a dog-friendly office environment. Dogs are often present in our workplace, and candidates should be comfortable working in close proximity to them as part of our standard in-person work setting.

TAG provides competitive benefits, including premium health insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) matching, and commuter allowances, with regular training opportunities available to its employees. For this role, TAG offers a salary of $90,000-$160,000 with eligibility for a discretionary end-of-year bonus. All interested candidates must apply via the application portal on our website. Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls or emails, please.

Legal Notices

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). As a participant in E-Verify, we are required to provide the following notices: E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster.

Assistance For Applicants With Disabilities

The Asia Group is committed to fair and equal employment of applicants and employees with disabilities. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or other applicable laws, and you need to discuss a reasonable accommodation to apply for a role, please call +1 (202) 350-3200 and ask to speak with Noah Ismael.