Middle Project Manager (Japanese Speaking)

Bandai Namco; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandai Namco in Malaysia is seeking a project coordinator to bridge production teams and Japanese clients, ensuring smooth project operations. You will manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and organize project information to keep the team aligned and efficient.

Candidates with knowledge of game or CG production can catch up quickly, even with no prior industry experience. Excellent Japanese and English communication is required, and collaboration with stakeholders across regions is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Japanese and English (spoken and written), JLPT N2 or IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and manage timelines.
• Ability to summarize meetings and prepare minutes and task lists.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team and client collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall project progress (schedule).
• Prepare and support meetings, take minutes, and follow up on tasks.
• Communicate with Japanese clients for requirement clarification and confirmation.
• Create, update, and organize project-related documentation.
• Facilitate information sharing within the team and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Identify issues and escalate to the appropriate team members.
• Understand production workflows and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with translation/interpreting team when needed and provide supplementary translation/interpretation support during meetings or for documents.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese/English

Time management

Meeting minutes

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Job description

Description

You will be responsible for project coordination and communication, acting as a bridge between the production team and Japanese clients to ensure smooth project operations. Your core responsibilities include schedule management, meeting coordination, and organizing project information to keep the team aligned and efficient. Candidates with knowledge of game or CG production can catch up quickly, even if they have no prior experience in the industry.

Job Requirements

Must Have

• Ability to communicate effectively in both Japanese and English (spoken and written) (Benchmark: Japanese JLPT N2 or above, IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word / Excel—including basic functions / PowerPoint / Outlook).
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and manage timelines.
• Ability to summarize meeting discussions and prepare minutes and task lists.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work smoothly with both the team and clients.

Good To Have

• Work experience in the video game, CG, or digital content industry (any role).
• Experience in project management or project coordination.
• Experience working with Japanese companies or Japanese stakeholders.
• Experience creating flowcharts or project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall project progress (schedule).
• Prepare and support meetings, take minutes, and follow up on tasks.
• Communicate with Japanese clients (requirement clarification and confirmation).
• Create, update, and organize project-related documentation.
• Facilitate information sharing within the team and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Identify issues and elevate to the appropriate team members.
• Understand production workflows and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with the translation/interpreting team when needed and provide supplementary translation/interpretation support during meetings or for documents (This is not a primary responsibility).