PA to MD cum Japanese Translator | Kuala Lumpur

• Coordinate and manage the Managing Director's calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements (local and international).
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the Managing Director and internal/external stakeholders.
• Handle all forms of communication on behalf of the MD, including emails, phone calls, and meeting coordination.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, reports, and presentation materials as required.
• Manage confidential and sensitive matters with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Provide full spectrum of personal assistant support, including administrative tasks and personal matters as requested by the MD.
• Maintain organized filing systems and accurate record-keeping.
• Support Japanese expatriate-related administrative matters (e.g., housing, visa, relocation support).
• Conduct research and gather relevant data to support the MD's decision-making processes.
• Ensure accuracy and clarity in translating verbal and written communication between Japanese and local teams.
• Act as the main translator and interpreter for meetings, documentation, and daily communication to facilitate smooth operations.
• Assist with ad hoc assignments or projects as directed by the MD.

• Minimum Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Professional Qualification in any field
• Fluent in English and Japanese (spoken and written)
• Must possess JLPT N2 level or equivalent proficiency in Japanese
• Able to accurately translate and interpret between Japanese and English/Malay
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in cross-cultural settings
• Capable of working closely and effectively with Japanese management and staff
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage confidential matters discreetly
• Good general knowledge and familiarity with Malaysian culture, social norms, and current affairs

• F&B
• 5 days work

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