Chief Administrative Officer

HEC PHARM PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry seeks a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to oversee day-to-day operations and support strategic objectives. The CAO will be responsible for managing production, R&D, and ensuring alignment across various departments. This role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in executive management and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of executive-level experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or healthcare industry.
• Strong understanding of all functions and operations.
• Proven ability to lead complex organizational functions and manage large teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the executive team to shape and implement business strategies.
• Oversee daily administrative functions including HR, legal, IT, and compliance.
• Supervise and lead cross-functional teams to foster a high-performance culture.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Job Summary:

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) plays a critical executive leadership role in overseeing the day-to-day administrative operations. This includes managing production, R&D, quality control, regulatory affairs, sales, marketing, and financial performance. This role is pivotal in providing support to all functions of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Collaborate with the executive team to shape strategic plans and translate them into actionable goals.
• Develop and implement long-term business strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

Operations Management:

• Oversee and coordinate daily administrative functions including HR, legal, IT, facilities management and compliance.
• Optimize operational workflows to improve efficiency, scalability and cost-effectiveness.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise & lead cross functional teams
• Foster a high-performance culture and accountability.

Budgeting & Financial Administration:

• Collaborate with the CFO to develop and monitor budgets.
• Implement financial controls and cost-saving initiatives without compromising operational quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Coordinate with R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and sales to ensure alignment of administrative support services.
• Drive initiatives to enhance communication and information flow across departments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 10+ years of executive-level experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or healthcare industry.
• Strong understanding of all functions and operations.
• Proven ability to lead complex organizational functions and manage large, diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.