Director of Administration

GigaDevice Semiconductor Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a Director of Administration to lead operational excellence at its Singapore headquarters. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in administrative management, with a proven background in the high-tech or semiconductor industry. Responsibilities include managing administrative operations, developing global policies, and leading a team. Fluency in English and Mandarin is required. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic company environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits (medical insurance, annual leave)

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive administrative management experience.
• At least 3 years in headquarters-level leadership role overseeing multi-office operations.
• Proven track record in the high-tech, semiconductor, or chip industry is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all administrative operations of the Singapore headquarters.
• Develop and standardize global administrative policies and procedures.
• Lead administrative coordination across overseas office managers.
• Manage the administrative budget for headquarters and overseas teams.
• Supervise a team of administrative staff.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Job Title: Director of Administration

Location: Singapore (Dual Headquarters)

Employment Type: Full-Time

GigaDevice Semiconductor (Beijing) Inc., GigaDevice Semiconductor (Beijing) Inc. is a publicly listed fabless semiconductor company on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (603986), with one of the highest market capitalizations in its sector. The company specializes in SPI NOR Flash, SPI NAND Flash, Microcontrollers (MCUs), and sensor products, serving embedded, industrial, consumer electronics, and mobile communications markets. Founded in Silicon Valley in 2004, the company is now headquartered in Beijing, China, and maintains a dual headquarters in Singapore. It ranks as China’s No.1 and the world’s No.2 SPI NOR Flash supplier, with cumulative shipments exceeding 27 billion units. The company has R&D and operation centers in 7 major cities in China, as well as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. Currently, there are more than 2000 employees globally.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Administration Director to lead the administrative operations of our Singapore headquarters and oversee administrative functions across our global overseas offices. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, standardizing administrative processes, and ensuring seamless coordination between the headquarters and international teams. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in high-tech or semiconductor/chip industry, combined with proven headquarters-level administrative leadership experience and bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee and manage all administrative operations of the Singapore headquarters, including office management, facility maintenance, procurement, travel arrangements, and administrative support for senior leadership.
2. Develop, implement, and standardize global administrative policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure consistency and efficiency across overseas offices (e.g., China, Europe, US).
3. Lead cross-regional administrative coordination, including liaison with overseas office managers to address administrative challenges, monitor compliance with global standards, and optimize resource allocation.
4. Manage the administrative budget for the headquarters and provide guidance on budget control for overseas administrative teams.
5. Supervise a team of administrative staff, including performance management, training, and development to enhance team capability.
6. Collaborate with other departments (HR, Finance, Operations, Sales) to support corporate initiatives, events, and cross-functional projects.
7. Ensure compliance with local regulations in Singapore and relevant international administrative standards for overseas operations.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum 10 years of progressive administrative management experience, with at least 3 years in a headquarters-level leadership role (e.g., Director of Administration) overseeing multi-office operations.
3. Proven track record in the high-tech, semiconductor, or chip industry is mandatory.
4. Fluent in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written) – ability to communicate effectively with bilingual teams and stakeholders globally.
5. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive process optimization and operational efficiency.
6. Excellent organizational, coordination, and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
7. Familiarity with Singapore’s local administrative regulations and global administrative best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience managing administrative functions for multinational companies with overseas offices.
2. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing administrative teams.
3. Knowledge of semiconductor industry-specific administrative needs (e.g., facility management for R&D centers, cross-border logistics coordination).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits (medical insurance, annual leave).
• Opportunity to lead a critical function in a fast-growing global high-tech company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to cross-regional and cross-functional projects in the semiconductor industry.