Software License Compliance - Senior Associate (South Korea Based)

Software License Compliance – Senior Associate

Are you looking for an opportunity to hone and apply your Compliance and Data Analytics skills?

Overview:

Connor Consulting International provides highly specialized accounting and advisory solutions to ensure contract, license, and royalty compliance. The company has experienced enormous growth since its inception in 2009. The practice has more than doubled in size every year and is presently serving as a trusted advisor to a broad range of clientele in various industries across the globe, including clients from Fortune 500 companies.

Connor’s continued pursuit for excellence in the delivery of professional contract compliance services has gained trust and recognition of the world’s largest software vendors. The company’s experienced teams ensure our clients are served by the best tenured industry experts.

With the continuous business growth and expansion of Connor and its clients, we are looking for Associates and Senior Associates based in South Korea to help us further build our capabilities and manage global client projects. The Associate team, with the support of the leadership team, advises clients on license compliance initiatives and executes the daily activities associated with license compliance reviews. This role involves various compliance related projects, including audit project management and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities associated with software license compliance reviews, including project management, deliverable creation, client status reporting, and overall execution.


• Perform extensive Excel-based analysis as part of audit execution, internal client initiatives, and other services.


• Interact with cross-functional teams at clients/licensees and manage multiple reviews across various clients simultaneously.


• Prepare and conduct peer reviews for all client deliverables, including reports and calculations.


• Demonstrate a strong understanding of client businesses, technologies, and risks while maintaining up-to-date technical and industry knowledge.


• Assist in leveraging technology-based tools and methodologies to review, design, and implement services and offerings.


• Identify opportunities for new services, methodologies, and process improvements for both internal teams and clients.


• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior staff members, contributing to training initiatives and promoting a positive workplace culture.


• Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with clients and key industry contacts to drive revenue and expand service offerings.


• Participate in sales initiatives related to license compliance programs.


• Support the development and implementation of internal operational policies to enhance infrastructure growth.


• Assist the management team with engagement financials and client business review deliverables.

Experience, Skills, and Characteristics

• Must be based in South Korea with flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as required.


• At least a Bachelor's Degree in any field.


• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a customer-facing role and/or in audit/software license compliance review.


• Previous experience in a compliance team at one of the Big 4 firms preferred.


• Software license compliance review experience preferred.


• Strong background in auditing techniques.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international teams.


• Native-level proficiency in Korean (both written and spoken).


• Strong in-person communication skills with the ability to conduct domestic and international onsite visits as needed.


• Proven experience in building strong relationships and instilling trust with clients and internal teams.


• Ability to adapt to different licensee conditions and cultural differences while executing audits.


• Resilient and confident in handling objections, with the ability to navigate challenging conversations with clients in a professional and strategic manner.


• Strategic thinker with the ability to make prudent business decisions.


• Professional and personable demeanor.


• Flexibility to work effectively across multiple engagement teams, clients, and licensees in different time zones.


• Self-motivated and highly independent in managing tasks and responsibilities in a remote work environment, with strong time management and accountability.


• Hardworking, detail-oriented, and capable of motivating and managing engagement teams.


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.

Benefits - Why Connor?

We approach every relationship with purpose, attention, and a little fun! You can expect a flexible working environment, paid mental health days, a generous vacation package, and competitive compensation. You’ll be working with a highly driven, collaborative global team that values trust, accountability, and continuous learning. We nurture our people in a culture that promotes diversity and individuality that sparks innovation and creativity. 

Connor Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equality, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you are a professional who is looking for an opportunity where you can put your honed skills and abilities to work for a mission that you are passionate about, then this is the right career opportunity for you.

Join us and be part of our Global Team. Apply now!