[Exclusive] Google builds Korea team for full-functioning Maps service

Google is stepping up preparations to expand Google Maps in South Korea by recruiting a senior partnerships manager, as the company says it is “officially launching full-functioning Google Maps capabilities” in the country.

The Seoul-based Strategic Partnerships Development Manager will join Google’s Global Product Partnerships team and work with private companies, public entities and technology partners.

The job posting says Google is “building a team” around what it describes as a “monumental,