Manager Assistant - Japanese Speaking (Hybrid)

Bain & Company; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bain & Company in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Manager Assistant to provide administrative support to Senior Managers, Associate Partners, and their teams, primarily supporting the Japan region. The role requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and relationship-building skills.

You will work with Leaders, Manager Assistants, Executive Assistants, and other business support professionals across the Asia-Pacific region, coordinating calendars, travel, and CRM records in a remote,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in administrative/support roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and calendar management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to build productive working relationships in a remote, multicultural environment.
• Professional, proactive, and service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and coordinate internal and external meetings.
• Coordinate detailed travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, ground transportation, and related logistics.
• Prepare and submit expense reports while supporting reimbursement and audit processes.
• Maintain and update CRM records, ensuring contact information remains accurate and current.
• Partner with marketing and other teams on relationship management initiatives and data quality efforts.
• Coordinate project start-up activities, including scheduling kick-off meetings and supporting case team logistics.
• Provide back-up support to Manager Assistants and Executive Assistants across the region.
• Build strong working relationships with administrative teams and consulting staff.
• Support office initiatives, onboarding, training, and team activities that contribute to a positive and collaborative culture.

Skills

Outlook

Calendar management

English communication

Japanese language

Organization

Time management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bain & Company in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Manager Assistant to provide administrative support to Senior Managers, Associate Partners, and their teams, primarily supporting the Japan region. The role requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and relationship-building skills.

You will work with Leaders, Manager Assistants, Executive Assistants, and other business support professionals across the Asia-Pacific region, coordinating calendars, travel, and CRM records in a remote,