Secretary (cum Interpreter) /Up to $5,000 basic + PB + AWS

Recruit Now; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is looking for a Secretary (cum Interpreter) to provide administrative support and serve as a liaison between the Singapore office and Japan Headquarters. The role requires strong organisational skills, bilingual communication in English and Business Japanese, and experience in administrative roles, ideally within a Japanese company. Competitive salary up to $5,000 and career progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in an administrative or secretarial role.
• Skilled in interpretation, with advanced proficiency in English and Business Japanese (JLPT N1 or above preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director.
• Manage business correspondence, schedules, meetings, and confidential documentation.
• Coordinate expatriate support including relocation and onboarding.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Organisational skills

Cultural understanding

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

Secretary (cum Interpreter) /Up to $5,000 basic + PB + AWS

Basic Salary up to $5,000 with yearly increment based on performance.

5 Days work week (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)

Our company emphasises on good career progression.

Job Description:

This is a full time role for an Secretary (cum Interpreter) located in IMM Building. Our clients are hospital equipment and supplies in Singapore.

This role provides comprehensive administrative, communication, and coordination support to the Director and serves as a key liaison between the Singapore office and the Japan Headquarters. The position involves managing business correspondence, schedules, meetings, and confidential documentation in both English and Japanese. You will coordinate cross-departmental activities, prepare reports, and ensure smooth information flow across teams.

The role also includes full expatriate support, covering relocation, onboarding, visa processes, housing arrangements, and day-to-day assistance for Japan-based employees. You will act as the main point of contact for expatriates, ensuring they receive professional guidance and support throughout their assignment.

Overall, this position requires strong organisational skills, bilingual communication ability, cultural understanding, and the capability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Qualifications:

• Min. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management, or a related field
• Min. 2-3 years of relevant experience in an administrative or secretarial role (experience in a Japanese company is an advantage)
• Skilled in interpretation, with advanced proficiency in English and Business Japanese (JLPT N1 or above preferred)