Executive Assistant - Japanese Speaker

McKinsey & Company; Manila; On-site; PHP 698,293 - 952,218; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and development programs

Opportunities for learning

Job summary

McKinsey & Company is seeking an Executive Assistant - Japanese Speaker to provide dedicated administrative support in Manila. The role involves managing complex schedules and facilitating communication with high-level executives and clients. Ideal candidates will possess strong language skills in English and Japanese, with a solid background in administrative functions. This position offers a vibrant environment for those looking to thrive in a dynamic, global firm.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English (C1) and Japanese (N1-N2).
• 4+ years of professional experience preferred.
• Strong email and calendaring skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to executive-level colleagues.
• Manage complex calendars and coordinate travel.
• Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer orientation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

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Who You'll Work With

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.

Who You'll Work With

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
  
  

Your Impact

In this role, you will provide dedicated administrative support to several executive-level colleagues, ensuring a customer-focused approach and upholding the highest standards of service.

You will collaborate with consultants, firm leaders, external clients, and vendors from other offices while working closely with your team of executive assistants onsite. Your responsibilities will include managing complex calendars, coordinating international travel, and facilitating communication with clients and internal teams.

You will organize workdays, ensure smooth project progress, and communicate on behalf of executives, solving problems through collaboration and proactive planning. This involves building strong working relationships to understand priorities and preferences, anticipating needs, and addressing them effectively.

Additionally, you will apply advanced communication skills to navigate complex situations, develop solutions to ambiguous scenarios, and manage them end-to-end with ownership, judgment, and resourcefulness. Your adaptability and resilience will be key to thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.

As part of the Manila community, you will immerse yourself in a dynamic culture that fosters growth and development. Working from the office, you will continuously learn from and support your colleagues, creating an environment where you can unleash your potential and succeed in your role.

You will join our Global Administration team, based in the McKinsey Global Services office in Manila. This team provides exceptional administrative, organizational, and logistical support, enabling our colleagues and the firm to operate efficiently and achieve our mission of creating positive, enduring change.

To better understand the role, see a day in the life of our executive assistants.

Your Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English (C1 level – CEFR or equivalent) and Japanese (N1-N2 level or equivalent)
• University degree or equivalent educational qualification
• 4+ years of professional experience preferred
• Strong email and calendaring skills
• Solid knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications; Outlook proficiency preferred
• Outstanding customer orientation and ability to professionally handle confidential and/or sensitive information
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (including prioritization skills, flexibility toward change, sense of urgency, and dealing with ambiguity)
• Strong attention to detail, can-do attitude, and ownership mindset
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and share knowledge and experiences across regions and teams
• Ability to establish and strengthen relationships with colleagues, customers, and external vendors across the globe

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Customer Service, and Management

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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