Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter & Administrative Assistant

Japanese-English Bilingual Interpreter & Administrative Assistant

Location: Cullman, AL

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.