--- title: 'Administration Lead at GenScript/ProBio' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/administration-lead-genscript-probio-singapore-cvxsdz87w2wj' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-13' --- # Administration Lead at GenScript/ProBio - **Company:** GenScript/ProBio - **Location:** Singapore - **Posted:** 2026-09-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-13 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/genscript/jobs/5252717007 ## Job description ## About GenScript Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions. ## About GenScript Biotech Corporation Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions. Position: Administration Lead Location: Singapore Report to: APAC Site Head Position Summary: The Administration Lead is responsible for the overall management of workplace operations and administrative services for the Singapore office. This role oversees workplace management, employee support services, expatriate accommodation management, vendor management, budgeting and cost control, corporate events, and administrative governance. The position is responsible for continuously enhancing operational efficiency and employee experience within the Singapore office, while driving administrative standardization and best practice implementation across the APAC region, and providing administrative operational support and coordination to regional offices. ## Key Responsibilities 1. Office Operations - Manage daily office operations and workplace services for the Singapore office. - Oversee workspace allocation, seating arrangements, visitor workstation planning, and utilization optimization. - Coordinate office maintenance and workplace service delivery with property management teams. - Manage meeting rooms, common areas, office environment standards, and workplace experience initiatives. - Develop workplace standards and policies to support business growth and operational needs. 1. Workplace & Project Management - •Assist office expansion, renovation, relocation, and workplace improvement projects. - Manage office furniture standards, procurement planning, inventory records, and lifecycle management. - Handle factory and warehouse leasing activities including negotiation, renewal, and contract management. - Support regional facility-related projects and infrastructure initiatives. - Coordinate space planning and workplace design optimization. 1. Property & Vendor Management - Establish and manage relationships with property management companies and service providers. - Manage cleaning, landscaping, furniture, maintenance, accommodation, and workplace service vendors. - Conduct supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, service review, and performance assessment. - Drive service quality improvements while optimizing operational costs. - Ensure service level agreements (SLAs) and compliance requirements are consistently met. 1. Workplace Services & Employee Experience - Oversee office cleaning standards, hygiene inspections, and workplace service quality. - Manage pantry operations, and workplace convenience programs. - Coordinate office equipment, facilities maintenance, and operational support services. - Support visitor management processes and workplace access arrangements. - Continuously enhance employee workplace experience and satisfaction. 1. Expatriate & Employee Accommodation Management - Manage expatriate housing programs and accommodation arrangements. - Coordinate housing sourcing, lease negotiations, renewals, and move-out processes. - Manage housing maintenance, utility services, internet connectivity, and repair coordination. - Maintain relationships with housing agencies and accommodation vendors. - Ensure cost-effective and employee-focused accommodation solutions. 1. Corporate Events & Administrative Services - Lead planning and execution of corporate activities, employee engagement programs, and official events. - Manage event budgets, procurement, logistics coordination, and supplier engagement. - Support executive visits, customer visits, site tours, and large-scale business events. - Coordinate administrative services supporting business operations across APAC locations. 1. Budgeting, Cost Control & Financial Management - Develop and manage annual administrative budgets for APAC operations. - Monitor spending, conduct cost analysis, and identify savings opportunities. - Review operational expenses, allocation methodology, and cost-sharing mechanisms. - Ensure financial compliance and budget adherence across all administration activities. - Prepare regular business reports and administrative performance analyses. 1. Contract Administration & Governance - Manage administrative contracts throughout their lifecycle. - Maintain administrative records, documentation, and filing systems. - Ensure operational compliance with company policies and governance requirements. - Develop and optimize administrative procedures and standard operating processes. 1. Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration - Lead, coach, and develop the administrative team. - Set performance objectives and monitor service delivery effectiveness. - Drive cross-functional collaboration to support organizational goals. - Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, Procurement, IT, and Business Units on regional initiatives. - Promote continuous improvement, operational excellence, and service innovation. ## Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Management, Hospitality Management, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field. - Minimum 5 years of experience in administrative operations, workplace/facilities management, corporate services, or related functions. - Hands-on experience in office operations, expatriate accommodation management, vendor management, and budget planning and control. - Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives and manage cross-functional stakeholders. - Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management capabilities. - Proven negotiation skills with experience managing external vendors, landlords, and service providers. - Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated experience in cost control, budget optimization, and operational efficiency improvement. - Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and business performance tracking. - Fluent in both Mandarin and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work. GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace. Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform. ## About GenScript/ProBio ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: GenScript Biotech Corporation, through its subsidiary ProBio, provides end-to-end contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services for biologics, cell and gene therapies, and mRNA innovations, accelerating drug development from discovery to commercialization. - **Entity Type**: Public (Hong Kong Stock Exchange: 1548.HK) - **Headquarters**: Piscataway, New Jersey, United States (GenScript HQ); ProBio’s U.S. CDMO center of excellence in Hopewell, New Jersey - **Founded**: 2002 (GenScript) - **Founders**: Not publicly listed on provided sources; GenScript was founded by a team of scientists and entrepreneurs. ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Biotechnology – Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO); Life Science CRO; Cell & Gene Therapy; Biologics; mRNA therapeutics. - **Target customers**: Biotech and pharmaceutical companies of all sizes (startups to large pharma), academic researchers, and clinical-stage developers – B2B focused. - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology” (GenScript); ProBio’s mission: “Through our commitment to quality, collaboration and innovation, ProBio delivers customized solutions to transform scientific discoveries into market-ready therapies that make a lasting impact on patients’ health and well-being.” ## Products & Services - **Plasmid DNA Development & GMP Manufacturing**: Specialized services for cell and gene therapy programs, from early development through clinical and commercial supply, manufactured at the Hopewell, New Jersey facility (FDA-compliant). - **Viral Vector Development & GMP Manufacturing**: End-to-end support for AAV, lentivirus, and other vectors for clinical and commercial programs. - **mRNA Development & Manufacturing**: Integrated solutions for speed, scalability, and quality, covering process development and GMP production. - **Biologics Discovery & Development**: Antibody discovery, engineering, cell line development, upstream/downstream processing, and drug product manufacturing for monoclonal, bispecific, and multi-specific antibodies and recombinant proteins. - **CMC Services for CGT**: Full CMC support for plasmids, viral vectors, mRNA, and nucleic acid drugs – from IND filing to commercial manufacturing, including cell banking, process characterization, analytical development, and stability studies. - **Integrated Services**: Process development, bioanalytical development, formulation, and in vitro/in vivo pharmacology. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available from provided sources (GenScript is a public company with ticker 1548.HK; market cap varies – check financial platforms for latest). - **Key Metric**: GenScript employs approximately 6,165 people and has served over 200,000 customers across more than 100 countries. ProBio has helped customers obtain more than 150 IND approvals since October 2017. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: GenScript is a publicly traded company; ProBio is a wholly owned subsidiary. No specific investor names provided. Key partners include biotech and pharma companies globally. - **Growth Signals**: Global expansion with facilities in the US, Netherlands, South Korea, and China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, Nanjing). GMP capacity meeting FDA, EMA, and NMPA regulatory standards. Growing network of development and manufacturing sites to support international programs. ## Competitive Advantages - **End-to-End Platform**: ProBio offers a fully integrated “DNA-to-GMP” platform covering discovery, development, and manufacturing across multiple modalities (plasmids, viral vectors, mRNA, antibodies) – reducing handoffs and risk. - **Regulatory Expertise**: Facilities designed to meet FDA, EMA, and NMPA requirements, enabling clients to navigate global submissions. - **Proprietary Technology**: Technology-driven platform processes that minimize variability and accelerate timelines from early development to commercial supply. - **Proven Track Record**: 150+ IND approvals since 2017 and partnerships with companies of all sizes demonstrate reliability and depth. ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities and direction for growth**: Expand global footprint to be closer to customers and align with regional regulatory needs; invest in cutting-edge capabilities for advanced therapies (CGT, mRNA); maintain a customer-centric, innovation-driven culture to accelerate client programs. - **Key initiatives**: Building out purpose-built facilities for each modality, enhancing proprietary platform processes, and recruiting talent across R&D, manufacturing, and business development. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Mission-driven environment focused on “making people and nature healthier.” Core values: Customer Centric, Innovation, and Integrity. Emphasis on ethical standards, transparency, and collaboration. - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Not explicitly stated in provided sources; roles appear to be based at specific sites (e.g., Hopewell, NJ; Piscataway, NJ; Europe; Asia). Some positions (e.g., Commercial Technical Support Specialist) offer remote in Europe. - **Notable perks or engineering culture**: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge therapies (gene editing, mRNA, biologics) that directly impact patient health. Global career opportunities across multiple continents. The company encourages “new ideas and challenging traditional approaches” – a strong innovation culture for scientists and engineers. ## Sources 1. [genscriptprobio.com](https://genscriptprobio.com/about-us.html?src=fromgenscriptsubpage) 2. [genscript.com](https://www.genscript.com/our-business.html) 3. [probiocdmo.com](https://www.probiocdmo.com/careers.html) 4. 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