General Affairs Specialist (1-Year Fixed-Term)

Who We Are

Factorial Energy is a pioneering U.S.-based solid-state battery company driving the future of energy storage and electrification. Partnered with global leaders including Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Hyundai, and Kia, Factorial is at the forefront of developing next-generation e-mobility platforms for commercial, defense, and consumer applications-spanning electric vehicles (EVs), drones, eVTOL aircraft, power tools, marine systems, robotics, and more. The company has achieved multiple industry firsts, including being the first to power a demonstration vehicle with a global OEM (Mercedes- Benz) which achieved over 1,200 km (749 mi) of range, and the first to earn UN 38.3 certification for automotive-sized lithium-metal solid-state cells, the first to deliver B-samples of automotive-sized solid-state batteries to major OEMs. 

The Opportunity:

Factorial Energy is seeking a General Affairs Specialist to join our team at our Cheonan, South Korea location. This is a one-year fixed-term contract position, with renewal or conversion subject to performance and business needs. This person will own the general affairs function end-to-end, covering office and dormitory administration, facility and vendor contracts, employee transportation and convenience services, benefits operations, and the interior setup of our new site. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who can both oversee the function and personally execute the day-to-day work in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee the overall general affairs function while also handling hands-on day-to-day operations (office administration, asset management, supplies management, etc.)
• Lead office interior setup and fit-out for our new site
• Manage facility-related contracts and administration, including office and dormitory leases, renovations, and furniture procurement
• Manage dormitory operations and related services (rent, internet, cleaning, and other administrative matters)
• Manage contracts and external vendors (cleaning, security, cafeteria, etc.)
• Manage employee transportation and daily convenience services (e.g., business taxis, commute bus, corporate vehicles, meal tickets)
• Manage corporate credit card purchasing and monthly closing
• Purchase and manage inventory of office supplies and consumables
• Operate and manage employee benefits programs
• Support visa and relocation-related administration for employees relocating from overseas
• Handle visitor reception and support company events and protocol
• Establish and improve internal administrative processes
• Support the establishment and management of company policies and regulations
• Respond to and support employee inquiries related to general affairs
• Collaborate and communicate with management and relevant departments

We are looking for people who:

• Have 5+ years of experience in general affairs or a similar role
• Bring a comprehensive understanding of general affairs operations with hands-on execution capability
• Can both oversee the function and personally carry out day-to-day tasks
• Have experience identifying process improvement opportunities, implementing automation where appropriate, and building scalable administrative systems
• Are detail-oriented, responsible, and strong communicators
• Are proficient in MS Office and other office software
• Are fluent in Korean
• Are fluent in English or Chinese (a plus)
• Have experience in general affairs within a manufacturing or industrial facility environment (a plus)
• Have experience working with foreign-invested companies or overseas partners/vendors (a plus)

Work Location: Cheonan, South Korea

Factorial Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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