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Job Title: Bilingual Administrative Coordinator (Korean/English)
Location: Manor, TX (Hybrid until factory completion, then 100% on-site)
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
About the Company
Our client is a global semiconductor processing company. This is a rare opportunity to join the founding local team, helping build day-to-day operations from the ground up while serving as a key link between the U.S. site and its global headquarters oversea.
Key Responsibilities
(1) Administrative and Management Support
- Provide daily administrative support to the local management team, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and preparing agendas and minutes
- Prepare, format, and maintain reports, presentations, and internal documents in Korean and English
- Track and process invoices, purchase requests, and expense reports in coordination with finance or accounting
- Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems, records, and contact lists
- Support new hire onboarding logistics, including workstation setup, supplies, and orientation scheduling
(2) Business Travel Coordination
- Arrange end-to-end business travel for employees visiting from Korea, including flights, hotels, rental cars, and ground transportation
- Assist with travel documentation such as ESTA, visa support letters, and invitation letters, in coordination with HR or legal
- Coordinate short and long-term housing for visiting or relocating staff
- Prepare itineraries, welcome packets, and local orientation materials for visitors
- Process travel-related expense reports and reconcile receipts
(3) Coordination with the Global HQ
- Schedule cross-time-zone meetings, manage attendee lists, and prepare agendas and meeting materials
- Coordinate document approvals, signatures, and information requests between headquarters and local departments
(4) Other
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Full fluency in English and professional business-level Korean
- 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant, office coordinator, executive assistant, or similar role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
- Team player with strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Semiconductor industry experience
- Experience working for a Korean company or a U.S. subsidiary of a Korean company
- Familiarity with Korean business culture and corporate communication norms