Temporary Senior Executive – Programme Shared Services

About the role

We are seeking a Temporary Senior Executive to lead the Programme Shared Services (PSS) function for Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine. The role will support eight research programmes by managing contracts, grants and events, working closely with the Vice Dean of Research Office.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review, negotiate and execute a variety of contracts, including research collaboration agreements, industry contracts, NDAs, material transfer agreements and services agreements.
• Provide advice to research faculty and staff on agreement issues, including export clauses and declarations.
• Analyse agreements to identify risks, liabilities or gaps and obtain necessary approvals.
• Negotiate disputed contractual clauses with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver administrative support for programme events, meetings, workshops and seminars, handling venue, AV, catering and publicity arrangements.
• Collaborate closely with Programme Directors and the Grants Management team on large grant applications.
• Coordinate with Contracts Management and Events Management teams to ensure seamless service delivery.

Required profile

• Senior‑level professional with experience in research administration and contract management.
• Ability to work closely with academic researchers, programme directors and multiple support teams.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Required skills