Executive Assistant / Translator

Good Job Creations (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a liaison who can fluently translate between English and Japanese. The role involves high-level responsibilities such as serving the Managing Director, arranging travel logistics, and providing real-time interpretation. Candidates should have at least 2 years of translation experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to adapt quickly under pressure. This position could involve business travel at short notice and requires a Class 3 driving licence as an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of translation or interpretation experience.
• Ability to travel for business at short notice.
• Class 3 driving licence is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Managing Director and stakeholders.
• Provide translation between English and Japanese during meetings.
• Arrange travel itineraries and logistics for the Managing Director.

Skills

English proficiency

Japanese proficiency (JLPT N2)

Microsoft Office skills

Adaptability

Proactivity

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Job ID: 1461532

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Managing Director and internal/external stakeholders.
• Provide verbal and written translation between English and Japanese during meetings, presentations, and business discussions.
• Interpret instructions and communications between the Managing Director and non‑Japanese‑speaking staff or partners.
• Translate internal and external documents, presentations, and media materials between English and Japanese.
• Coordinate and support business meetings by providing real‑time interpretation.
• Draft and respond to emails in English and Japanese, including communication with headquarters in Japan.
• Arrange travel itineraries and logistics for the Managing Director and visiting delegates.
• Handle local and overseas staff claims.
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Managing Director.

Requirements

• Excellent command of English and proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N2) for liaising with Japanese‑speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Minimum 2 years of translation or interpretation experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and productivity platforms such as SharePoint.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Able to travel for business at short notice.
• Class 3 driving licence is an added advantage.
• Willingness to perform administrative tasks, including travel arrangements and logistical coordination.

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