Job Description
Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter & Administrative Assistant Location: Smryna, TN
Salary range: $50K - $55K DOE
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary: They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter & Administrative Assistant to support their team. The ideal candidate will provide interpretation and translation services while also handling general administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
Key Responsibilities: Interpretation & Translation - Provide consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation (Japanese English) for meetings, conferences, and business discussions.
- Assist in translating business documents, emails, reports, presentations, and other materials as needed.
- Facilitate communication between Japanese and English-speaking employees, clients, and stakeholders.
Administrative Support - Handle office correspondence, emails, and phone calls in both Japanese and English.
- Prepare and organize reports, presentations, and documentation.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and transportation.
- Support HR-related tasks such as onboarding new employees, scheduling interviews, and maintaining employee records.
- Assist in general office operations, including ordering supplies, managing expenses, and maintaining files.
Other Duties - Participate in company events and activities as a liaison between Japanese and English-speaking employees.
- Assist with special projects and other tasks assigned by management.
Qualifications & Skills: - Fluent in both Japanese and English (spoken and written).
- Experience in interpretation and translation (business or technical setting preferred).
- Previous experience in an administrative or office support role is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in a manufacturing or international business environment is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Japanese corporate culture and business etiquette.
- Bachelor's degree.
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