Japan/America Society of Kentucky ()

As an Executive Bilingual Japanese Administrative Assistant/Translator at a Japanese Automotive Company in Franklin, KY, you will provide high-level administrative and clerical support to the President, Vice President, Executive Staff, and Expat support team. Your fluency in Japanese and English, along with a High School Diploma, is essential for this role. While a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred, your proficiency in both languages presents a great opportunity to enhance your translating/interpreting and administrative skills. **Key Responsibilities:** - Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as handling emails, reports, and other documents for President/Vice President and Executive Staff. - Coordinate travel and accommodations for executives, visitors, and Expats, and prepare expense reports on their behalf. - Schedule and participate in meetings, providing translation as needed and taking notes. - Review incoming communication for President/VP, determine importance, summarize content, and distribute it to relevant staff. - Maintain records, conduct basic information reviews, and handle office tasks as required. - Carry out additional duties as assigned by Executives, President, and Vice President. **Qualifications Required:** - Fluent in Japanese and English (proficient in business Japanese). - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong organizational, attention to detail, and time management abilities. - Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. - Proficient in office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems. - Typing speed of at least 50 wpm. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, with a willingness to learn new tools. This role offers a dynamic environment where you can leverage your language skills and administrative expertise to support key executives and contribute to the company's success.,