Job Summary
The Administrative Secretary will be responsible for providing high-level administrative support with a primary focus on our Southeast Asian operations. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional who excels in a fast-paced, multi-national environment. Key areas of responsibility include managing multi-country company registrations, office setup, compliance, procurement, and employee onboarding support.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Administration & Compliance
- Manage and oversee the process of company incorporation, registration, and maintenance across various Southeast Asian countries.
- Liaise with local government bodies, legal firms, and corporate secretarial agents to ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
- Maintain and renew all business licenses, permits, and corporate certifications for entities within the region.
- Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all corporate documents.
Office Setup & Management
- Support the strategic planning for new office locations, including market research, site selection, and lease negotiation support.
- Coordinate and project-manage office renovations, setup, and moves, working with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure new offices are fully operational, equipped, and compliant with local standards.
Procurement & Office Management
- Source, negotiate with, and manage suppliers for office supplies, furniture, equipment, and pantry services.
- Maintain inventory of all administrative assets and supplies across regional offices.
- Implement and manage efficient procurement processes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Candidate Requirements
- Must be a Singapore Citizen or hold a Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status.
- Must be fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese, capable of acting as a bridge for cross-cultural communication.
- Bachelor's degree or above, any discipline (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is a plus).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in HR administration, office management, or a related role.
- Familiarity with Singapore's Work Pass application processes and regulations is highly advantageous.
- Strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
- Proactive, service-oriented, meticulous, and able to solve problems independently.
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
Skills
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in another Southeast Asian language (e.g., Bahasa Indonesia, Thai, Vietnamese) is a strong plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse cultures and all levels of management.