29 Best Boss Employee and Office Romance Kdramas

Looking for a little office romance in Kdramas? You’ve come to the right place!

Office romance Korean dramas have gained popularity in recent years, with their unique blend of romantic comedy and workplace drama.

These stories are filled with relatable characters who face real-life challenges as they navigate the complexities of relationships within the office setting.

From a boss who falls in love with an employee to budding friendships that slowly turn into something more, these shows offer a wide range of storylines that will keep viewers hooked until the very end.

Whether you’re looking for a lighthearted rom-com or an emotionally charged story, there’s sure to be an office romance Kdrama perfect for you!

Let’s jump in!

Many boss-employee and office romance kdramas are easily accessible from anywhere in the world. But there may be certain platforms that will only work with a VPN (i.e. US Netflix or Singapore VIU).

1. A Business Proposal (2022)

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.7/10 | 12 episodes | Romance, Drama, Comedy | Watch on Netflix

Shin Ha Ri is a single woman working for a company who has had an unrequited crush on her male friend for years. When she learns he has a girlfriend, she meets her friend Jin Young Seo and accepts an offer to take her place on a blind date, only to find out that the man she’ll be meeting is Kang Tae Mu, the CEO of the company where she works!

Kang Tae Mu is annoyed by his grandfather setting up blind dates for him and decides to marry whoever shows up at this next one in order to remain focused on work. Unbeknownst to him, it’s Shin Ha Ri disguised as Jin Young Seo!

The next day he calls her with an unexpected proposal – will their love survive when they discover each other’s true identity or will reality tear them apart?

Find out in this romantic comedy-drama filled with relatable characters facing real-life challenges as they navigate the complexities of workplace relationships.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.5/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on Hulu

What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim is a 2018 Korean drama that follows the story of Lee Young Joon, the narcissistic vice president of a company run by his family.

His secretary Kim Mi So has been working with him faithfully for 9 years, but now she wants to resign from her job to focus on herself.

As misunderstandings arise between them, can their strictly-workplace relationship develop into something more after 9 years together or will reality tear them apart once again? Follow this hilarious romantic comedy as it unfolds!

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.6/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Life, Business | Watch on Netflix

Forecasting Love and Weather is a Korean drama that follows the work and love lives of four characters at the National Weather Service.

Jin Ha Kyung is an intelligent woman who keeps her personal and professional lives separate, Lee Shi Woo is a free spirit with an impressive IQ, and Han Ki Joon has a silver tongue and uses his powers of persuasion in order to get ahead in his career, and Chae Yoo Jin dreams of breaking news as she works as a daily weather reporter.

As their paths cross, they must confront reality when it comes to their different social statuses and wealth.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.9/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Viki

Once a member of the National Judo Team, On Ma Eum’s entire life revolved around the sport. But when a tough match leaves her with a torn ankle ligament, she’s forced to watch as her dreams of continuing in the sport crumble around her.

With no other option, she takes up an unexpected job at a webtoon editorial department where she struggles to fit in and adjust to her new life.

Fortunately, with help from two co-workers Koo Jun Yeong and Seok Jin Hyung, Ma Eum begins to find herself slowly settling into this unfamiliar world.

As the struggles in her life begin to dissipate, Ma Eum finds herself reaching for a new dream, will she have the strength needed to turn it into reality or will reality tear them apart once again?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.3/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Drama, Comedy | Watch on KissAsian

No Go Jin is the most popular mathematics instructor in the private education field and CEO of GOTOP Education. He has achieved success despite only having a high school level education due to his extreme intelligence, but he also has a narcissistic side.

One day, he is suddenly warned that he will be murdered. Lee Shin A works as No Go Jin’s secretary and discovers that she does not have much time left either.

As they get closer together and realize each other’s crazy sides in the office, will their relationship be strong enough for the obstacles they will face?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.0/10 | 12 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Netflix

Yoon Song Ah is a successful marketer for a cosmetics brand who dreams of launching her own business someday.

Chae Hyun Seung, another marketer at the same company, becomes attracted to Yoon Song Ah but rebuffs his advances as she does not want to date younger men.

As their professional relationship develops, Chae Hyun Seung continues to pursue Yoon Song Ah and eventually reveals his true feelings in an unexpected way.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.7/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on MyAsianTV

Na Young Won is a successful senior editor at the hit monthly magazine Monthly House, living alone in a rented house and happily making adjustments as she sees fit. But when the magazine’s CEO Yoo Ja Sung buys the house and becomes her fussy new landlord, she is in for a shock.

Yoo Ja Sung proves to be very difficult to keep happy, having grown up in poverty, and is determined to make his fortune through real estate investment.

As Na Young Won and her firm’s CEO get to know each other, their perspectives on the real estate market become drastically different. She begins to ponder if she should purchase a house of her own or take an unexpected risk with romance.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.0/10 | 15 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on KissAsian

Seo Ji Won is a successful web-based cartoon author who has devoted her life to her career, forsaking love in favor of success. When she turns 30, however, she finds herself facing the consequences of this decision when Lee Seung Yoo, her first love from middle school, returns and throws her world into chaos.

At the same time, film director Cha Do Hoon confides in her and appears keen on striking up a close friendship.

Meanwhile, Seo Ji Won’s friends Lee Ran Joo and Hong Ah Young are also dealing with their own issues, Lee Ran Joo must confront feelings for someone who had a one, night stand with him while Hong Ah Young must face an ex-boyfriend that hurt her in the past.

How To Be Thirty follows Seo Ji Won as she navigates these challenging relationships and discovers what true happiness looks like after turning 30.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.1/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Youth, Business | Watch on Netflix

Start-Up is a Korean drama that takes place in the world of technology startups where the destiny of several characters intertwines.

Seo Dal Mi, an ambitious young woman stuck in menial retail jobs, dreams of becoming a successful entrepreneur. Nam Do San, the founder of Sam San Tech, has big dreams but struggles to keep his startup afloat.

Meanwhile, Han Ji Pyeong, a wise man, owes a debt to someone who helped him in the past and helps other startups flourish or fail, and Won In Jae fights against the barriers that her privileged upbringing imposes to succeed in a male-dominated industry.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.4/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama, Business | Watch on Netflix, Watch on Viki

Search: WWW is a Korean drama that depicts the struggles, triumphs, and losses that one faces when working. The story is centered around three successful, dynamic, and accomplished women in their 30s who have chosen their careers over marriage and motherhood.

Bae Ta Mi is a director for a major web portal company, who fiercely competes to achieve success in her job, even at the cost of her personal life. As she navigates the fiercely competitive world of the tech industry, Ta Mi reflects on the sacrifices she has made for her career.

Meanwhile, Park Mo Gun, a gifted composer, falls for Ta Mi, drawn to her competitive spirit. Explore the complex and intriguing dynamics of these characters as they strive for success and love in this compelling drama.

Will their paths cross in the unpredictable and cutthroat business of startup ventures?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.2/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Melodrama, Business | Watch on Netflix

Romance is a Bonus Book is a Korean drama that follows the story of Cha Eun Ho, a successful and handsome writer who is also the youngest chief editor at a publishing company.

He meets his childhood friend Kang Dan Yi, who was once a popular copywriter but now finds herself unemployed and struggling in life. Desperate to find work, she lies about her background and takes up employment as a temporary worker in the same building as Cha Eun Ho.

As they become increasingly involved in each other’s lives, their relationship begins to blossom into something more than just friendship.

Will these two eventually admit their feelings for one another or will reality tear them apart once again when they discover each other’s true identity? Find out by watching this romantic comedy series on Netflix!

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.4/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Netflix, Watch on Viki

Sung Deok Mi is an art gallery curator who excels in her job but has a secret obsession with Cha Shi An, the famous actor.

When Ryan Gold, the new director of the gallery discovers her secret and starts to meddle in her private life, complications arise between them. Follow Sung Deok Mi as she struggles to keep her secret safe while navigating through love, friendship, and loyalty!

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.0/10 | 32 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on Kocowa, Watch on Amazon Prime, Watch on KissAsian

The Secret Life of My Secretary is a 2019 Korean drama that follows the story of Do Min Ik, an intelligent and perfectionist Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media, and his secretary Jung Gal Hee.

Despite her hot-tempered nature, Jung Gal Hee diligently carries out the tasks her mean boss instructs her to do without holding back in saying what she wishes to say.

Will their clashing personalities turn into love?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.3/10 | 18 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Melodrama, Business | Watch on Netflix, Watch on Viki

Oh Yoon Seo is a popular actress who gets involved in a scandal with the son of a chaebol family, causing her acting career to decline precipitously.

When she hears that a famous screenwriter wants her to play the lead female role in a drama series, she must gain experience by working as an attorney’s secretary for three months.

Kwon Jung Rok is an arrogant and cold-hearted attorney for the law firm where Oh Yoon Seo will work. He is not happy about having to accept her as his secretary but agrees anyway.

As they spend more time together, Kwon Jung Rok begins to warm up and falls in love with Oh Yoon Seo while also learning lessons from her on how to be kinder and more understanding towards others.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.7/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Drama, Comedy, Business | Watch on Netflix, Watch on Viki

Clean with a Passion For Now is a romantic Korean drama that tells the story of Jang Sun Gyeol, a wealthy and handsome man who suffers from mysophobia, the fear of dirt, and contamination.

Despite running his own cleaning company, he is unable to overcome his irrational fear until he meets Gil Oh Sol, a carefree and untidy girl who becomes his employee. As they get closer, Oh Sol’s bright personality slowly rubs off on Sun Gyeol, and he starts to face his mysophobia.

However, their differences in status and way of living make their journey together challenging. This heartwarming drama explores how these two characters overcome all odds through determination and learn to love each other despite their flaws.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.3/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Melodrama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on MyAsianTV

Lee Yoo Chan is the founder and CEO of the IT company “Next In”, an extremely desirable place to work. He suffers from prosopagnosia, a condition where he can’t recognize faces, making him very guarded and mistrustful of most people.

Kim Bo Ra is a college student from Jeju Island with dreams of working for Next In when she graduates. When Bo Ra meets Yoo Chan, their lives change in unexpected ways as they develop feelings for each other amidst business complications.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.6/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on MyAsianTV

Radio Romance is a 2018 Korean drama that follows the story of Song Geu Rim, an assistant radio program writer who lacks writing skills.

When her radio program is on the verge of cancellation, she succeeds in casting top actor Ji Su Ho to help save it. As they work together to create a successful show, their relationship develops into something more than just professional.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.9/10 | 32 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Melodrama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on Rakuten

Where Stars Land is a Korean drama that follows the lives of workers at Incheon Airport, particularly Han Yeo Reum and Lee Soo Yeon.

Han Yeo Reum is an eager first-year member of the Passenger Services team who dreams of becoming a perfectionist but her clumsy nature often gets in the way. She has a good heart and strives to do what’s right even if it means going against rules.

Lee Soo Yeon is also a first-year member of the General Planning department. He graduated from KAIST and dreamed of becoming a pilot, but his mysterious secret causes him to distance himself from everyone he interacts with.

When these two polar opposite individuals interact, they start off on the wrong foot but over time can love to develop between them as they learn more about each other’s secrets and struggles in life at Incheon Airport?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.4/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on Kocowa, Watch on KissAsian

Noh Ji Wook is a brilliant prosecutor and Eun Bong Hee is an intern at the justice department. When Bong Hee is falsely accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend, Ji Wook risks his career and reputation to save her.

As their careers and love lives become intertwined, they must work together to catch the real culprit responsible for a series of murders before it’s too late. Complicating matters further is the fact that Ji Eun Hyuk used to be a close friend of Ji Wook during his troubled childhood, making their relationship more complex than ever before.

Will they be able to solve this case in time or will they succumb to the pressure and danger surrounding them as they try to uncover the truth behind these mysterious deaths?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.8/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Business | Watch on Netflix

When Chae Ro Un joins a public relations firm, she is determined to reveal the true identity of her boss Eun Hwan Ki and take revenge for her family’s downfall.

However, as time passes by and they get to know each other better, Ro Un discovers that there may be more than meets the eye with this introverted man.

Will this push-pull romance survive or will it be too much for them to handle in the end as they discover each other’s true identity and try to make things work against all odds?

Quick facts: ating on MDL: 7.6/10 | 13 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Life, Business | Watch on Netflix, Watch on Viki

Cha Jin Wook is a wealthy businessman from a prominent family who has never been interested in meaningful relationships. But when he meets Lee Yoo Mi, a woman who has never had a boyfriend before, his outlook changes and they have an unexpected one-night stand.

Three years later, their paths cross again and they start to develop feelings for each other despite the differences between them. As their relationship progresses, they must confront reality when it comes to their different social statuses and wealth.

Will this push-pull romance survive or will it be too much for them to handle in the end as they discover each other’s true identity and try to make things work against all odds of society’s expectations and realities of life?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.5/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama, Business | Watch on Kocowa, Watch on KissKH

Radiant Office is a 2017 Korean drama that follows the story of Ho Won, an unemployed woman who has failed several job interviews and is struggling to make ends meet.

After hearing she only has six months to live, Ho Won miraculously lands a job at a law firm. She decides to make the most out of her life and undergoes a transformation into a sassy lady.

The show presents open communication and understanding as means of overcoming culture clashes between young brash workers and older anxious employees in light of looming layoffs.

As Ho Won embarks on her journey through this new workplace environment, will she be able to find joy in each day or will reality tear apart her newfound hope for the future before it’s too late?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.5/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Sports, Business | Watch on Kocowa, Watch on Viki

Fight For My Way is a 2017 Korean drama that follows the story of Ko Dong Man and Choi Ae Ra, two friends who have been bickering for years. Despite having “third-rate” qualifications, they still strive to pursue their individual dreams.

Will they be able to achieve their goals and prove that it’s never too late to reach for the stars? With an outstanding rating on MDL of 8.5/10, Fight For My Way is a must-watch drama series.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.7/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Life, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on KissAsian

Jugglers is a 2017 Korean drama that follows the story of Nam Chi Won, an uninterested boss who has no consideration for others, and his secretary Jwa Yoon Yi. Yoon Yi is a passive and obedient person but when they meet, sparks fly between them as their personalities clash.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.1/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama | Watch on Viki, Watch on Amazon Prime, Watch on Kocowa, Watch on AppleTV, Watch on MyAsianTV

Hye Jin used to be an impossibly cute girl with a comfortable life, but since entering her teens both her looks and fortune have drastically changed.

When she is contacted by Sung Joon, her childhood friend who suggests they meet, Hye Jin finds out that he is now her boss at the full-time job she has landed. To avoid disappointing him she insists that her pretty best friend goes to her place instead of herself.

As time passes by Hye Jin must hide who she really is from Sung Joon while also navigating complicated relationships between them due to their differences.

Will their relationship survive or will reality tear them apart when they discover each other’s true identity?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.3/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Thriller, Business | Watch on Youtube, Watch on Viki

Oh My Ghost is a riveting 2015 Korean drama that centers around the life of Bong Sun, a timid and unlucky assistant chef at a restaurant.

Bong Sun’s struggles are further compounded by her grandmother’s shamanic abilities which enable her to see ghosts occasionally. Her life changes when Bong Sun is possessed by a lustful virgin ghost and her entire personality is transformed.

Sun Woo, a conceited star chef who previously had little regard for Bong Sun, starts to take notice of her as she sheds her mousy personality. Interestingly, Sun Woo is already hung up on an old flame and is always surrounded by women, making Bong Sun’s chances of getting his attention slim.

Will Bong Sun be able to capture Sun Woo’s heart before she loses her chance?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.2/10 | 16 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Drama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on KissAsian

Min Ho is a cold-hearted investment banker at Gold Investments who has been hardened by his past experiences.

After miraculously surviving a heart attack, he undergoes a heart transplant and begins to embrace happiness when he falls in love with Kim Soon Jung.

But as Min Ho starts to fight for the woman he loves, it becomes clear that there are others vying for her attention too. Will Min Ho be able to protect and cherish Kim Soon Jung?

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 8.5/10 | 17 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Supernatural, Horror | Watch on Viki, Watch on KissAsian

The Master’s Sun is an enthralling Korean drama that follows the story of Joo Joong Won, a wealthy and selfish CEO of the Kingdom, and Tae Gong Shil, a woman haunted by ghosts after a dreadful accident. When their paths cross, they embark on a journey to defy the terror and sorrow instigated by these spirits while uncovering the mysteries of Joong Won’s past.

As Gong Shil carries out her duty to help Joong Won overcome his spiritual problems, they slowly develop feelings for each other despite their differences. Their journey brings them closer, but reality threatens to tear them apart as they face the challenges ahead.

With an outstanding rating on MDL of 8.5/10, The Master’s Sun promises to deliver a gripping romantic comedy filled with supernatural and horror elements.

Quick facts: Rating on MDL: 7.6/10 | 18 episodes | Romance, Comedy, Melodrama, Business | Watch on Viki, Watch on Amazon Prime, Watch on MyAsianTV

No Eun Seol is a woman who has been struggling with unemployment until she finally lands a job as a secretary at a law firm. Her boss, Cha Ji Heon, is the immature youngest son of a chaebol family and he quickly falls in love with her.

If you’re looking for an office romance kdrama that offers a unique blend of comedy, melodrama, and romance then these five shows are definitely worth watching.

These shows will bring you thrilling plotlines, breathtaking visuals, and unforgettable characters that will keep you enthralled from start to finish. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy these boss-employee and office romance kdramas!

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