Talence Group
Executive Administrative Assistant (Bilingual Japanese/English)
Talence Group, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201
Executive Administrative Assistant (Bilingual Japanese/English)
Publicly-traded Company - Confidential On-site with some flexibility Reports to: Executive Leadership The Executive Assistant will be a trusted partner to senior leaders of a recognized TIME100 most influential companies, providing comprehensive, high-level administrative support in both Japanese and English. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and intercultural skills to effectively support global executives and bridge operations between the U.S. and headquarters in Japan. Key responsibilities include managing the executives' schedule, coordinating international meetings and travel, translating documents and communications, and serving as a liaison between Japanese/English-speaking stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional discretion, professionalism, and a deep understanding of Japanese business culture and communication etiquette. Accountabilities
Manage day-to-day executive support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting. Translate correspondence, documents, and meeting materials (Japanese ? English) with precision and professionalism. Facilitate communication between U.S.-based executives and executives headquartered in Japan. Bridge communication and cultural differences between Japanese and American teams. Ensure cultural norms and protocols are respected in internal and external interactions. Schedule and organize executive meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, tracking follow-ups, and coordinating logistics. Draft, edit, and format executive-level communications, reports, and presentations in both English and Japanese. Handle sensitive and proprietary information with the highest level of confidentiality and judgment. Assist with light accounting tasks (such as invoice tracking and reconciliation), budget coordination, and special projects as assigned.
Publicly-traded Company - Confidential On-site with some flexibility Reports to: Executive Leadership The Executive Assistant will be a trusted partner to senior leaders of a recognized TIME100 most influential companies, providing comprehensive, high-level administrative support in both Japanese and English. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and intercultural skills to effectively support global executives and bridge operations between the U.S. and headquarters in Japan. Key responsibilities include managing the executives' schedule, coordinating international meetings and travel, translating documents and communications, and serving as a liaison between Japanese/English-speaking stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional discretion, professionalism, and a deep understanding of Japanese business culture and communication etiquette. Accountabilities
Manage day-to-day executive support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting. Translate correspondence, documents, and meeting materials (Japanese ? English) with precision and professionalism. Facilitate communication between U.S.-based executives and executives headquartered in Japan. Bridge communication and cultural differences between Japanese and American teams. Ensure cultural norms and protocols are respected in internal and external interactions. Schedule and organize executive meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, tracking follow-ups, and coordinating logistics. Draft, edit, and format executive-level communications, reports, and presentations in both English and Japanese. Handle sensitive and proprietary information with the highest level of confidentiality and judgment. Assist with light accounting tasks (such as invoice tracking and reconciliation), budget coordination, and special projects as assigned.