chinese - japanese interpreter admin

1 week ago

Singapore KENKO ACADEMY PTE. LTD. Full time $13,200 - $144,000 per year
Responsibilities
Interpretation & Translation

  • Provide consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation between Chinese and Japanese during meetings, business negotiations, training sessions, and events.

  • Translate official documents, emails, presentations, and reports between Chinese and Japanese.

  • Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and cultural appropriateness in both verbal and written communications.

Administrative & Coordination Duties

  • Manage scheduling of interpretation services , including booking interpreters, coordinating with teams, and arranging logistics for meetings or events.

  • Maintain and update translation databases, glossaries, and terminology records to ensure consistency.

  • Assist in drafting bilingual correspondence (Chinese/Japanese) for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Prepare, file, and organize translated documents for easy reference and compliance purposes.

  • Act as a liaison between management, clients, and staff across Chinese- and Japanese-speaking regions.

Quality & Compliance

  • Review translations for accuracy, tone, and alignment with company policies or industry standards.

  • Ensure confidential handling of sensitive business documents and communications.

Team & Vendor Management

  • Support recruitment or coordination of freelance interpreters when necessary.

  • Provide guidance or training to junior interpreters or administrative staff on translation protocols.

Requirements
  • Language Proficiency

    Native or near-native proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) and Japanese (spoken, written, reading).

Good command of English for internal communications and reporting.

  • Education & Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Translation, Interpretation, Business Administration, Linguistics, or related field .

Professional language certifications: JLPT N1 (Japanese) , HSK 6 (Mandarin) preferred.

  • Experience

    At least 2–4 years of relevant experience in interpretation/translation and administrative roles.

Experience in corporate, business, or government settings is advantageous.

  • Administrative Skills

    Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Proficiency in office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or equivalent).

  • Soft Skills

    Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

High attention to detail and confidentiality.

Ability to work independently and under pressure, especially during live events.

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