Korea Finance Director - Strategy, Planning, and Studio Finance

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Seoul, KOR
In-Office
Expert/Leader
News + Entertainment
The Role
Lead finance and strategy for Netflix Korea as the primary partner to the Korea Leadership Team. Drive country strategy, evaluate investments, align cross-functional finance teams, provide financial insight for decision-making, monitor risks and growth opportunities, and coordinate local, regional, and global stakeholders to maximize long-term business performance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

| The Team
The Finance team partners closely with leaders across Content, Ads, Marketing, Product, Partnerships, and Operations, connecting financial insight with strategic thinking to help the business make better decisions. We bring together perspectives from various teams to create one integrated view of the business.
 

| The Opportunity
We are looking for a Korea Finance Director, Strategy, Planning, and Studio Finance to lead one of Netflix's most dynamic and strategically important markets. 

This role acts as a co-pilot of the Korea business and reports directly to the APAC CFO. It serves as the primary Finance & Strategy partner to the Korea Leadership Team (KLT), acting as a trusted business advisor and thought partner across the market.

Success in this role goes well beyond financial planning or reporting. You'll help shape country strategy, influence investment decisions, challenge assumptions, identify opportunities and risks, and connect cross-functional perspectives to drive stronger business outcomes. The ideal candidate would have an exceptionally strong business acumen, exceptional people and leadership skills, and a strong ability to influence without authority.

You will work across nearly every part of the business while collaborating closely with regional and global partners, making this an exceptional opportunity for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business leadership.
 

| Core Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the Finance & Strategy leader for Korea and the primary strategic finance partner to the Korea Leadership Team.

  • Act as the business co-pilot, translating financial insight into strategic recommendations that influence business decisions.

  • Bring together multiple Finance teams, including FP&A, Content F&S, Content Accounting, and Production Finance, etc., to provide a holistic view of the business.

  • Partner closely with cross-functional leaders across Content, Ads, Partnerships, Marketing, Product, and Operations to shape country priorities.

  • Help define and execute the country strategy while aligning with broader regional and global objectives.

  • Evaluate investment opportunities, business trade-offs, and resource allocation to maximize long-term business performance.

  • Monitor financial, operational, and market risks while identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.

  • Leverage market intelligence, competitive insights, and regional trends to support strategic decision-making.

  • Foster alignment across local, regional, and global stakeholders, ensuring decisions are informed by both local context and broader company priorities.
     

| We're looking for:
We are interested in leaders who bring strong business judgment, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to connect finance with broader business strategy.

  • 15+ years of experience in Finance, Strategy, or related business leadership roles within technology, media, entertainment, or other complex global organizations.

  • A track record of partnering directly with senior business leaders to influence strategic decisions.

  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to understand how businesses grow, invest, and create long-term value.

  • The ability to navigate ambiguity, simplify complex business problems, and make thoughtful recommendations.

  • Effective executive communication skills, with experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders without relying on formal authority.

  • A collaborative leadership style, bringing together diverse perspectives across local, regional, and global teams.

  • Strong learning agility and curiosity, with the ability to quickly develop expertise across new business areas.

  • A bias toward action, balanced with sound judgment and thoughtful decision-making.

  • A demonstrated commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and building high-performing teams.

  • Professional fluency in both Korean and English is essential, with the confidence to communicate clearly and build trusted partnerships across local, regional, and global stakeholders.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

포용성은 넷플릭스의 핵심 가치 중 하나이며, 저희는 모든 지원자에게 의미 있는 면접 경험을 제공하기 위해 노력하고 있습니다. 채용 절차 중 장애나 기타 사유로 지원이나 조정이 필요하신 경우, 귀하의 채용 담당자에게 요청해 주시기 바랍니다.

저희는 고용주로서 균등한 기회를 제공하고 다양성을 존중하며.  저희는 다양성과 포용성에 대해 진지하고 신중하게 받아들이며, 인종, 민족, 종교, 피부색, 출생지, 생물학적 성별, 성별 정체성 및 표현, 성적 지향, 나이, 결혼 여부, 군 복무 또는 장애 여부 등을 이유로 차별하지 않습니다

Skills Required

  • 15+ years of experience in Finance, Strategy, or related business leadership roles within technology, media, entertainment, or other complex global organizations.
  • Proven track record partnering directly with senior business leaders to influence strategic decisions.
  • Strong commercial acumen with ability to evaluate investment opportunities, trade-offs, and resource allocation.
  • Experience coordinating across FP&A, Content F&S, Content Accounting, and Production Finance to provide a holistic view of the business.
  • Executive-level communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without formal authority.
  • Collaborative leadership style with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity, simplify complex business problems, and make thoughtful strategic recommendations.
  • Strong learning agility and curiosity; ability to quickly develop expertise across new business areas.
  • Bias toward action balanced with sound judgment and thoughtful decision-making.
  • Professional fluency in both Korean and English.
  • Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and fostering diverse teams.

Netflix Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Netflix and has not been reviewed or approved by Netflix.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Compensation is positioned as “personal top of market” with regular recalibration and broad posted ranges for senior roles that signal the philosophy. The cash‑forward structure and clearly described pay‑mix choices help set expectations on how pay is determined.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Employees can choose the mix of cash versus fully vested 10‑year stock options, with grants structured to be retained even after departure. This employee‑directed design increases accessibility and control over equity participation.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, and mental health, with employer funding designed to offset premiums. Additional resources like counseling/coaching and wellness support reinforce breadth in care access.

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HQ: Los Gatos, CA
13,212 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 209 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

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