Embassy Interpreter Funeral Support
Job Summary
This position provides funeral-related support to bereaved families and embassy officials traveling to Japan. You will interact with international clients and embassies while utilizing English skills. The role involves documentation, interpretation, and coordination with various funeral-related organizations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare bilingual documents for embassies
- Accompany and interpret for international clients
- Coordinate with funeral-related service providers
- Manage overseas client inquiries and networking
- Assist with arrival procedures for overseas bodies
Required Skills
- Fluent English (TOEIC 865+)
- Business level Japanese (JLPT N2+)
- 1+ year clerical/document experience
- Calm and considerate communication skills
Job Details
Job Description
This position provides various funeral-related support to bereaved families and embassy officials traveling to Japan from overseas. You will frequently interact with international clients and embassies, so you will have many opportunities to use English.
[Major Duties]
- Prepare documents for the embassy (in both Japanese and English)
- Accompany and interpret for international clients traveling to Japan
- Handle inquiries from overseas clients (approximately 10 per year)
- Check the condition of the body upon arrival from overseas
*Procedures for disposal of the body will be handled by a specialized company
- Arrange with various funeral-related companies (by phone and email)
- Promote and greet Japanese companies and related organizations
You will also be involved in building a network with overseas clients through these activities:
- Attending parties attended by embassy officials
- Hosting seminars for companies and organizations
Working Hours
8:30-17:00 (60-minute break)
Job Requirements
- Business level or above English
- At least 1 year of clerical/document preparation experience in Japan
- Ability to respond calmly and considerately to others' needs
English Level: Fluent (TOEIC 865-)
Japanese Level: Business Level (JLPT Level 2 or N2)
Salary Description
Monthly salary: ¥250,000 - ¥350,000
Expected annual salary: ¥4,000,000 - ¥6,200,000
*The salary will be officially announced after the interview, taking into consideration previous salary and experience.
*Bonuses: Available (twice a year)
*Salary increases: Available (once a year)
Holidays
Shift work, 7-10 days off per month
101 days of annual holidays
10 days of paid vacation after 6 months of employment (the number of days increases based on years of service thereafter)
Job Contract Period
Full-time employee