The posting
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.



