Executive Assistant & Translator

NEWPORT TANK CONTAINERS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international logistics provider seeks an Executive Assistant and Translator based in Singapore to support its global executive team. The role involves preparing key reports, providing translations across multiple languages, and coordinating schedules and travel. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a business-related role, strong organizational skills, and a bachelor's degree. This position offers a dynamic environment with international travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in a business, finance, or operations-adjacent role.
• Excellent responsiveness to feedback and ability to iterate in fast-paced environments.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Draft executive summaries and board materials.
• Provide high-quality written and verbal translations.
• Coordinate executive calendars and travel logistics.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Translation Skills

Technical Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree from a reputable university

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Windows

macOS

iPadOS

Job description

Our Company

Gentco Logistics is a leading international liquid chemical logistics provider with three corebusiness units: chemical tankers (5th largest fleet globally), chemical tank containers (2nd largest fleet globally), and terminal storage tanks. Our global headquarters are in Shanghai, China, supported by a regional headquarters in Singapore and 40 operational offices across six continents. Gentco Logistics is wholly owned by the Junzheng Group (ticker 601216.SH).

The Opportunity

The Executive Assistant and Translator position is based in Singapore and supports Gentco’s global executive team, primarily the Chairman of the Junzheng Group. You will be responsible for preparing and presenting key models and reports (both internally and externally) as well as ensuring seamless communication across Chinese, English, and Indonesian contexts. This role will report directly to a member of the global executive team and will work closelywith business leaders in Shanghai, Singapore, and Jakarta.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting executive summaries, board materials, and investment presentations with a clear structure and professional feel.
• Provide high-quality written and verbal translation across Mandarin Chinese, English, and Indonesian for meetings, official communications, and business documents.
• Coordinate executive calendars, meetings, and travel logistics across multiple time zones, ensuring optimal preparation and follow-up.
• Handle confidential information and executive-level correspondence with discretion and professionalism.
• Assist in general executive administration and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in a business, finance, or operations-adjacent role
• Strong ability and willingness to learn quickly; highly responsive to feedback and comfortable iterating in fast-paced environments
• Excellent general technical proficiency across Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently
• Willingness to work flexible hours to support time-sensitive tasks, as well as to travel internationally for work (no more than once per month)
• Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university in any field

Desirable Qualities

• Educational background in business, law, economics, technology, or a related technical field
• Formal training, certification, or work experience in professional translation or interpretation
• Previous experience in the logistics, transportation, and/or industrial sectors.