Strategic Research Specialist - Korean Speaking

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Chertsey, Runnymede, Surrey, England, GBR
In-Office
Entry level
Computer Vision • Hardware • Mobile • Software • Semiconductor
The Role
Conduct European market and industry research, analyze business and technology trends, map strategic organizations and senior professionals, maintain research databases, build professional networks, and provide market intelligence supporting strategic initiatives. The role also provides administrative and coordination support, including expense management and vendor coordination. Fluency in Korean and English, strong analytical ability, organization, attention to detail, and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency are required.
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Position Summary

Purpose of the role
This role sits within the European Office HR team (IRO) and primarily focuses on providing strategic research and market intelligence to support IRO activities across Europe.
The role will analyse industry and market trends, identify key professionals and organisations across strategic sectors, and develop market insights and networks to support IRO's long-term strategic initiatives.

Role and Responsibilities

Your Key Responsibilities

Strategic Research & Market Intelligence (80%)

  • Conduct regular research and analysis of European market dynamics, including business, technology and industry trends, to provide relevant market intelligence and insights.

  • Research and map key organisations, industries and senior-level professionals across Europe in strategic focus areas, including technology, engineering and business development.

  • Develop and maintain structured market maps and research databases to support ongoing and future strategic initiatives.

  • Build and maintain professional networks across relevant industries, universities, research institutions and professional communities.

  • Monitor developments within key organisations and industries and provide relevant insights on market movements and professional trends.

Administrative assistance to IRO team (20%)

  • Provide administrative and coordination support for IRO's research and engagement activities.

  • Support expense management, vendor coordination and other administrative activities related to IRO operations.

  • Provide ad hoc operational support to ensure the efficient management of IRO activities.

Miscellaneous

Complete all assigned work accurately, thorough, and timely, demonstrating a sound understanding of responsibilities.

What we need for this role

To be successful, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

  • Fluency in Korean and English (both written and verbal). 

  • Experience of working in a multicultural environment.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

  • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret market and industry information.

  • A business-first approach, with the ability to understand business priorities and translate them into focused research activities.

  • Demonstrated task prioritisation and organisational capability.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, along with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word.

What does success look like?

Within the first 6 months, the successful candidate should have developed a strong understanding of IRO’s strategic focus areas and established effective research processes and internal networks. They should be able to independently conduct market and industry research, develop structured market maps and provide relevant insights to support IRO’s strategic activities

Skills and Qualifications

Benefits of working at Samsung include

  • Bonus scheme linked to individual, team and company performance

  • Healthcare cash plan

  • Income protection

  • Enhanced pension contribution

  • Three volunteering days each year

  • Flexible benefit portal and contribution of £55 per month - including travel insurance, gym membership, season ticket loan, Tastecard, dental insurance and more

  • Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday

  • Access to discounts on a wide range of Samsung products

  • Access to a discount shopping portal

A note on equal opportunities

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our Company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Skills Required

  • Fluency in Korean and English, written and verbal
  • Experience working in a multicultural environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Ability to interpret market and industry information
  • Business-first approach and ability to translate business priorities into focused research activities
  • Task prioritization and organizational capability
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Samsung Electronics Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave of up to 14 weeks is offered in U.S. entities, alongside family‑building support, caregiver resources, and adoption assistance. Semiconductor sites note fully paid parental leave for eligible employees and targeted programs for pregnancy and infant care.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO equivalent to about 20 days per year for full‑time U.S. employees, increasing with tenure, is paired with company holidays. Some entities also promote flexible time initiatives and paid volunteer time.
  • Retirement Support Semiconductor units publicly detail a 401(k) match with immediate vesting, and other U.S. entities highlight strong retirement support. Additional financial programs such as student‑loan repayment and charitable‑gift matching bolster long‑term savings.

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