Translator, Project Documentation - Japanese-English (Contract)

ABeam Consulting (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled translator to bridge communication between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking teams. This role involves translating documents, ensuring accuracy, and supporting project managers in coordinating communication timelines. With a focus on collaboration and employee growth, this dynamic workplace offers opportunities for professional development and involvement in exciting projects, including SAP implementations. Join a forward-thinking firm committed to driving digital transformation and enhancing the way people work and communicate.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of translation experience between Japanese and English.
• Experience in system implementation projects as a translator.

Responsibilities

• Translate project-related documents and ensure accuracy.
• Serve as a communication bridge between Japanese and English stakeholders.

Skills

Japanese to English Translation

Communication Skills

Document Review and Editing

Project Management Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Us:
From business process re-engineering to global business expansion for Japanese corporations, ABeam Consulting has served our clients through more than 40 years of growth. With our vision of being the No. 1 global consulting firm from Asia, ABeam Consulting helps our clients take on the challenge of business transformation. With 4,400 consultants in Japan, and 3,100 in overseas offices concentrated in Asia, our 7,500 consultants and global alliance partners provide truly comprehensive services.


Responsibilities:

• Translate project-related documents, reports, manuals, technical specifications, and correspondence from Japanese to English (and vice versa when required).
• Ensure translation accuracy, consistency, and preservation of original meaning and tone.

• Serve as a communication bridge between Japanese-speaking stakeholders and English-speaking project teams.
• Liaise with internal teams to clarify language or context-related issues in documentation.

• Review and edit translated documents for grammatical accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with project standards.
• Maintain a glossary of project-specific terminology for consistent usage across all translated materials.

• Assist in preparing bilingual presentations, progress reports, and other project deliverables.
• Support project managers in coordinating communication timelines related to translated materials.

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and in accordance with company policies and data privacy regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Min 3 years of relevant translator working experience.
• Experience translating between Japanese and English in a system implementation project.
• Experience in reviewing and correcting translated documents in both Japanese and English.
• Experience in system implementation projects as a PMO or in an administrative role.
• Available to commence work by June 2025.
• Proficiency in both Japanese and English to perform translations.
• Experience in SAP implementation projects as a translator, with familiarity in SAP-specific terminology, manufacturing industry knowledge, and a solid understanding of project environments and team collaboration is a plus.
  

Why Join Us
At ABeam Consulting, we place a strong emphasis on collaboration, and helping our employees grow and develop their skills, offering a supportive and empowering work environment. With a presence in multiple countries and a diverse range of clients, ABeam Consulting offers an exciting and dynamic workplace for individuals looking to build a career in consulting. ABeam Consulting has also recently joined SAP’s regional strategic partner initiative as their first regional partner in the region and has also been recognized by UiPath as a Diamond Partner in providing RPA solutions. With such accolades, we aim to continue driving enterprise and digital transformation initiatives in order to transform the way people work and communicate in the digital age. In addition, our industry team is working tirelessly in order to bring more solutions to the banking and finance sector.

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