Freelance interpreter & translator (Japanese)

Cadence; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative language services firm is seeking a freelance Japanese to English interpreter to provide high-quality interpretation for due diligence meetings and professional engagements. This role requires native fluency in Japanese and professional proficiency in English, along with a strong understanding of the investment and market research sectors. As a remote-first company, you will enjoy the flexibility of setting your own hours while collaborating with prestigious clients. Join a dynamic team dedicated to facilitating seamless communication in critical business contexts and leverage your linguistic expertise in this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional interpretation experience in market research and due diligence.
• Native fluency in Japanese and professional-level proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation from Japanese to English.
• Interpret for expert interviews and IR meetings, ensuring precise communication.

Skills

Japanese Language Proficiency

English Language Proficiency

Interpersonal Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Post-graduate Qualification in Interpretation

Job description

About Us

Cadence (www.cadencetranslate.com) is a language services firm servicing the due diligence industry. We started in Beijing in 2014 and the types of clients we serve are expert networks, investment firms, consulting firms and market research firms. We are a remote-first company whose staff is located across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities
As a freelance Japanese to English interpreter, you will provide high-quality interpretation services for due diligence meetings (expert network calls, focus groups), internal board meetings, investor relations (IR) meetings, and related professional engagements. We're looking primarily for talent who want to do live interpretation events, either consecutive or simultaneous. We require expertise in both languages and a strong understanding of the investment and market research domains.

The Role

• Provide accurate, contextually relevant, and culturally sensitive interpretation from Japanese to English and vice versa.
• Interpret for expert interviews, IR meetings and related events, ensuring precise communication of complex ideas.
• Work on-demand with no fixed schedule, supporting remote and in-person interpretation as required.
• Collaborate with clients to understand the meeting objectives and ensure interpretation aligns with their needs.

Key Requirements

• Language Proficiency: Native fluency in Japanese and professional-level proficiency in English.
• Educational Background:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Post-graduate qualification in interpretation is preferred.
• Experience:
  • 2-5 years of professional interpretation experience, specifically in market research, due diligence, and IR.
  • Experience working in investment or market research is a strong advantage.
• Other Skills:
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
  • Detail-oriented, with a commitment to delivering the highest quality of interpretation.

Working Hours & Location

• Flexibility: As a freelancer, you can set your own hours based on project availability.
• Location: Preferred candidates are based in Japan, but applications from qualified individuals residing elsewhere are welcome.

Compensation

• Competitive rates based on experience and project scope.
• Opportunities to work with prestigious clients in investment and market research sectors.

Next Steps

You will be contacted by a member of our Client Service team if we want to work with you. Depending on your background, you may be asked to submit a video selfie. Prior to accepting any paid projects from Cadence, you will have a personalized onboarding session with one of our team members.

Join us in facilitating seamless communication for critical business engagements. Apply now to leverage your linguistic expertise in a dynamic, global environment.