[WEBTOON] Senior Manager, Global Corporate Development
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Wattpad & WEBTOON Family of Brands) company.wattpad.com Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Senior Investment & Corporate Development role at WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Wattpad & WEBTOON Family of Brands). El Segundo · full-time · $150,000–$180,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Find and assess acquisitions, investments and new business opportunities, then help bring selected deals to completion
- Work with leaders across business functions to gather market insight for strategy and M&A decisions
- Run or support deal work from initial sourcing through execution, including diligence and integration after a merger
- Build financial and valuation models, then present deal logic and recommendations to executives
- Maintain connections with industry leaders, startups and investors while supporting partnerships and other business initiatives
What you bring
- At least seven years of M&A experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting or corporate development
- A BA or equivalent experience, plus strong financial modeling skills and the ability to complete M&A transactions
- Expert Excel and PowerPoint skills for complex models and executive presentations
- Strong English communication, analytical judgment and problem-solving skills
Who this fits
This senior role suits someone with substantial deal experience who can manage several projects and work across different functions and working cultures. It is an onsite position in El Segundo. Korean or Japanese fluency and an MBA are advantages, not stated requirements.
From the employer
The Global Corporate Development team works directly with WEBTOON management to identify, evaluate, and execute inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions, investments, or strategic partnerships. This position plays a critical role in accelerating WEBTOON’s global expansion by collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure internal alignment with the company’s strategic priorities.
This is an exciting and challenging role in a fast-moving industry. The ideal candidate is expected to bring financial analysis and deal experience, as well as strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication is also a must, for engaging both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
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Identify, evaluate, and complete strategic growth opportunities, including M&A and new business development
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Collaborate with leaders across different business functions on market insights to support strategy and M&A activity
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Lead or support deal process - from sourcing to execution
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Construct detailed financial and valuation models
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Prepare executive-ready presentations that articulate the rationale for the proposed deal
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Participate in all facets of due diligence, including post-merger integration
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Cultivate relationships with industry leaders, startups, and investors
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Support other adjacent areas, such as strategic partnerships and new business initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
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Minimum 7+ years of M&A experience (investment banking, private equity, management consulting, corporate development)
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Strong knowledge or interest of the U.S. media & entertainment landscape
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Proficiency in financial modelling and driving M&A deals to completion
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Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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Expert proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; capable of building complex financial models and executive-ready presentations with structured rationale to support decision-making
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
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Proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
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Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and team player
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Ability to manage different working cultures and timezones
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BA or equivalent experience required; MBA and/or international experience a plus
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Professional working fluency in spoken and written Korean or Japanese a plus
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Experience working for a major entertainment company a plus
Salary Range and Description
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$150,000 - $180,000 / annually
Please note, the above range is listed in USD.