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.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact (recruitment@factorialenergy.com)