Administrator - South Korea

Nearfield Instruments is a leading high-tech company providing advanced metrology solutions to the global semiconductor industry. Our technology enables customers to develop the next generation of semiconductor devices with greater precision and efficiency.

To support our growing operations in South Korea, we are looking for a highly organized and proactive Administrator to join our Korea office on a permanent basis.

This is a broad and hands-on role that supports the day-to-day operations of the Korea office across Human Resources, Finance, General Affairs, Logistics, and Business Support. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our local organization while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across our global business.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Support employee onboarding and offboarding documentation

• Provide payroll administration support

• Maintain HR-related records and administration

• Administer employee welfare and benefits programs

• Manage employee annual leave administration

Finance

• Support financial planning and management activities

• Prepare monthly financial reports

• Manage deposits, withdrawals, and account balance tracking

• Process tax invoices

• Prepare and maintain VAT-related data

• Support employee expense processing and administration

General Affairs

• Manage company certificates and compliance documentation, including ISO certifications and mandatory employee training records

• Manage office-related contracts, including lease agreements and utility services

• Coordinate external service providers and vendors, including office cleaning services and drinking water suppliers

• Manage office supplies, equipment, and facility-related requirements

Logistics

• Coordinate export and import processes

• Process inventory-related documentation

• Maintain inventory records in the AFAS system

• Support inventory management activities

Business Support

• Coordinate spare parts deliveries and records

• Provide administrative support to the Sales team

• Manage and maintain the I-Market Korea database

Additional Administrative Support

• Arrange taxi reservations for employees and visitors travelling to headquarters

• Register customer visits to Nearfield Instruments headquarters

• Prepare and manage visa-related documentation for foreign nationals

• Support other office administration activities as required

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in office administration, HR administration, finance support, or a similar role

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Experience with ERP systems; AFAS experience is an advantage

• Fluent Korean and professional English communication skills

• Experience in an international and/or technology-driven environment is preferred

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and accurate

• Service-minded and proactive

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliable and able to maintain confidentiality

• Team player with a hands-on mentality
  

What We Offer

• A permanent position within a fast-growing international semiconductor company

• A challenging and varied role with significant responsibility and autonomy

• Collaboration with colleagues across Korea, Europe, and the United States

• Exposure to multiple business disciplines and stakeholders

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A professional, innovative, and collaborative working environment
  

About Nearfield Instruments

At Nearfield Instruments, we are passionate about enabling the future of semiconductor innovation. By joining our team, you will become part of an international organization where technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. We value diversity, initiative, and a hands-on approach, offering employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and growing business.