English Speaking Office Roles
Job Summary
This position offers various back-office roles including trade, HR, accounting, and translation for foreign-owned and global companies in Tokyo. Candidates will utilize native-level English and business-level Japanese to support daily operations. The role provides opportunities for full-time employment and long-term career development.
Responsibilities
- Manage import/export and customs documentation
- Support HR recruitment and employee onboarding
- Handle accounting, invoicing, and bookkeeping tasks
- Perform English/Japanese translation and interpretation
- Maintain office administration and business documentation
Required Skills
- Native-level English
- Business-level Japanese (JLPT N1-N2)
- 1+ year Japanese office experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Job Details
Job Description: We have numerous back-office positions available, primarily at foreign-owned companies and major global corporations, where you can fully utilize your English skills. Whether you want to leverage your previous experience in international trade, deepen your expertise in human resources, or challenge yourself in accounting or translation, we will guide you to the perfect project that matches your skills and aspirations.
Example Job Description: Utilizing your English skills (native level) and previous administrative experience in Japan, you will be assigned to one of the following back-office tasks, tailored to your preferences and aptitude:
* Trade Administration: Managing schedules related to imports and exports, checking and preparing customs documents, and handling correspondence with overseas offices and domestic/international business partners.
* Human Resources/Labor Administration: Managing employee attendance, assisting with recruitment (scheduling interviews and handling job applicants), and onboarding and supporting foreign employees.
* Accounting Administration: Issuing and processing invoices for overseas business partners and domestic offices, managing accounts receivable and payable, and supporting bookkeeping and cash management.
* Translation/Interpretation/Other: Localizing various internal and external documents, emails, and manuals (English ⇔ Japanese), providing support interpretation at meetings, and sales administration.
*Specific job duties and company assignments will be determined after an interview to match your preferences and skills.
Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (60-minute break). Complete two-day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays). Flexible hours/shift schedule negotiable.
Job Requirements:
* English: Native-level skills (ability to create business documents, negotiate, and communicate fluently).
* Japanese: Business level (equivalent to JLPT N1-N2; ability to handle phone calls, emails, and office communication).
* Office experience in Japan: 1 year or more in back-office work.
* PC skills: Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in trade operations or human resources.
* Experience in accounting, or JCCI Bookkeeping Certification.
* High-level office automation skills (Excel functions, PowerPoint creation).