Japanese Language Expert

Job description

Company Overview

Astro Resources, headquartered in Chennai, is a premier manpower agency in India specializing in staffing and recruiting. With over ten years of industry experience, Astro Resources stands out for its commitment to customer satisfaction and excellence. The company is ISO certified and registered with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Government of India. Renowned for providing candidates that perfectly match client requirements, Astro Resources operates with a team of highly professional staff.

Job Overview

Astro Resources is seeking a dedicated Japanese Interpreter for a full-time position located in Chennai. The role requires fluency in Japanese and exceptional interpreting skills to facilitate communication between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking parties. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, ensuring accurate and efficient translation and interpretation services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Fluency in Japanese (Mandatory skill) ensures seamless communication for interpreting complex discussions.
• Interpreting skills (Mandatory skill) are essential for accurately translating spoken communication in real-time.
• Proficiency in JLPT N5 N4 N3 is crucial for understanding varying levels of Japanese language proficiency.
• Excellent communication skills are required to convey information clearly and effectively between languages.
• Cultural understanding enables the interpreter to navigate cultural nuances and subtleties gracefully.
• Translation skills are necessary for converting written documents from Japanese to English and vice versa accurately.
• Knowledge of Japanese business etiquette allows the interpreter to maintain professionalism in business settings.
• The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging interpretation scenarios efficiently is vital.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely Japanese-English interpretation during meetings, conferences, and other events.
• Translate written materials from Japanese to English and ensure the information is conveyed precisely.
• Facilitate communication between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking stakeholders effectively.
• Assist in cultural mediation to help parties understand each other's cultural contexts and expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive and classified information.
• Support the team with linguistic expertise and cultural advice as needed for projects and collaborations.
• Stay updated with developments in the Japanese language and culture to enhance interpreting effectiveness.
• Conduct language training sessions to improve language proficiency among team members, if required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹8,101.28 - ₹42,488.16 per month

Application Question(s):

• "Which level of the JLPT have you completed?"

Experience:

• Japanese language: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person