Senior Executive - Corporate R&D

UTAC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UTAC in Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive to support the Corporate R&D function with management reporting, KPI administration, planning, financial coordination, grants administration, and operational support. The role collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure timely reporting and effective coordination of R&D activities.

You will contribute to process improvements through digitalisation and automation, maintain trackers and audit trails, and prepare leadership materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in project coordination, business operations, planning, PMO, or R&D administration.
• Experience supporting management reporting, KPI tracking, budgeting, forecasting, or business performance monitoring.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions.
• Experience in grants administration or government funding programs is a plus.
• Experience in semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, technology, engineering, or R&D industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and consolidate R&D management reports, project updates, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Support annual planning, budgeting, forecasting, and maintenance of financial trackers.
• Assist in grants administration, government funding submissions, surveys, and tax incentive claims.
• Coordinate information across Corporate R&D, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders.
• Support R&D operational activities, including reporting calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and expense claims.
• Maintain accurate records, trackers, documentation, and audit trails.
• Drive process improvement and digitalisation initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency.
• Prepare management presentations and materials for leadership review.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Executive will support the Corporate R&D function in management reporting, KPI administration, planning, financial coordination, grants administration, and operational support. The role works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely reporting, effective coordination of R&D activities, and continuous process improvement through digitalisation and automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and consolidate R&D management reports, project updates, KPIs, and business performance metrics.
• Support annual planning, budgeting, forecasting activities, and maintenance of financial trackers.
• Assist in the administration of R&D grants, government funding submissions, surveys, and tax incentive claims.
• Coordinate information and submissions across Corporate R&D, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders.
• Support R&D operational activities, including reporting calendars, meetings, business travel arrangements, and expense claim administration.
• Maintain accurate records, trackers, documentation, and audit trails.
• Drive process improvement, standardisation, and digitalisation initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency and data quality.
• Prepare management presentations, reports, and supporting materials for leadership review.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in project coordination, business operations, planning, PMO, R&D administration, engineering support, or a similar role.
• Experience supporting management reporting, KPI tracking, budgeting, forecasting, or business performance monitoring.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience in grants administration, tax claims, or government funding programmes will be an advantage.
• Experience in the semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, technology, engineering, or R&D industry is preferred.