Executive Assistant / Translator

DAIKIN ASIA SERVICING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Asia seeks a full-time Japanese-English language Executive Assistant/Translator for its Managing Director. The ideal candidate will facilitate communication between the MD and stakeholders, translating verbal and written instructions between Japanese and English. Candidates must have a strong command of both languages (JLPT N2), a minimum of 2 years translation experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A valid class 3 driving license is preferred, and adaptability is key as business travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of English and Japanese JLPT N2 for translation in business meetings.
• Minimum 2 years of translation experience required.
• Valid class 3 license and driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as point of contact for MD with internal/external stakeholders.
• Provide translation for MD in verbal and written forms.
• Support in meetings with translation tasks.

Skills

Excellent command of English

Excellent command of Japanese JLPT N2

Proactive

Adaptable

Ability to work under pressure

Well-versed with Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sharepoint

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Japanese-English language Executive Assistant / Translator for the company’s Managing Director.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact between the MD and internal/external staff and clients.
• Provide language translation both verbal and in writing for the MD.
• Interpret instructions from MD to non-Japanese stakeholders and staff. (Japanese to English and vice versa).
• Work closely with the Company’s staff to translate and voice over for business meetings and presentations. (English to Japanese and vice versa).
• Support the company in meetings (external or internal) to provide translation verbally and in writing.
• Translate internal and external documentation in all forms of media from English to Japanese and vice versa.
• Converse and write email in English and Japanese to liaise with HQ in Japan.
• Make travel arrangements for the company including MD and overseas delegates coming to Singapore
• Administering local and overseas staff claims.
• Business travelling may be required.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned by MD.

Requirements

• Excellent command of English and Japanese JLPT N2 as this role requires translating verbally and in writing for business meetings with Japan stakeholders from Japanese to English and vice versa.
• Minimum 2 years of translation experience.
• Well-verse with Microsoft office and other productivity tools (e.g. Sharepoint)
• Proactive, adaptable and ability to work under pressure.
• Prefer candidate with valid class 3 license and driving experience.