At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.
Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology and more. At our core we embody an entrepreneurial spirit, always looking ahead for new ways to innovate and add to our clients' success. We share the belief that design has the power to transform organizations and change lives; whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building.
Our work reflects an enduring commitment to sustainability, and we believe that a diversity of voices and cultures is one of the most powerful strategic tools for securing lasting competitive advantage.
As the world’s largest design firm, Gensler has a unique obligation and opportunity to focus on sustainability in the built environment. We deepened our commitment to combat the impact on climate change in the built environment when we launched Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) in 2019. This is our pledge to meet an ambitious goal: the elimination of all greenhouse gases from our work by 2030.
Your Role
The Studio Coordinator partners with both the Studio Directors to collectively drive the operational success of the Lifestyle Studio within the Singapore office. This role sits at the hub of the studio, providing a single point of contact for internal, external, and firmwide team members. A self-starter with an entrepreneurial perspective, they own and manage aspects of studio operations allowing leadership to focus on strategic matters.
What You Will Do
Studio Performance
- Proactively support effective management of Studio business meetings; be an active attendee
- Prepare Studio Leaders for office-wide business meetings; document and manage action items
- Download, analyze, and prepare reports for Leadership review; Partner, as needed, with Design Managers and other studio leaders on matters including but not limited to financial or people matters
- Identify and suggest areas for improvement
- Support talent engagement and connectedness through research and execution of Studio events and social gatherings; manage budget as needed; Partner with leadership to enable a strong and healthy culture in the studio
Studio Operations
- Own and manage Studio-wide meetings; create and maintain schedule; work with studio leadership to develop agenda; manage action and follow up items; secure space and refreshments as required
- Partner with Office Services and IT to plan for software and workspace updates and changes
- Work with Human Resources on talent related initiatives such as Professional Development Program (PDP) process monitoring and tracking; onboarding monitoring and tracking; new hire set up (in partnership with IT)
- Maintain awareness of and help manage response to firmwide and regional communities
- Other activities such as managing the studio PTO calendar
- Maintain a clean, organized studio space, physically and digitally
Administrative Support to Studio Leaders
- Provide administrative support, including but not limited to calendar management, travel arrangement, and managing expenses
- Assist all studio staff as needed with subject matter expertise on firmwide tools;
- Manage meeting arrangement/coordination (Ensure that logistic are arranged in advance i.e. meeting invite, room booking, F&B arrangement, agenda & presentation preparation as well as IT/ technical requirement) for meetings
- Manage sensitive and confidential information
Your Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of working experience in similar capacity
- Good communicator and confidently work across all levels
- Good people skill as you will be dealing with other board members
- Demonstrate excellent professionalism, trustworthy, integrity
- Proven attention to detail, with excellent organizational and technical skills
- Must be able to determine priorities, take ownership of tasks, and exhibit a high level of initiative and follow-through
- Established success working on multiple tasks/projects at the same time
- Ability to be able to manage complex situations
- Microsoft Office experience a must
- Adobe Suite/In Design experience a huge plus
Life at Gensler
Gensler Asia-Pacific and Middle East is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion through our Five Strategies. In partnership with our clients, we strive to create a just and equitable future for our communities and our colleagues. We celebrate our diversity and are focused on creating an inclusive workplace environment for all.
As a people-first organization, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From internal design competitions to research grants to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and wellness programs. We also offer profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
