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State of South Carolina

Staff Interpreter I

SC · On-site

$65K/yr

... speaking parties and court personnel by accurately converting spoken and written English to Spanish ... Collaborate with judges, attorneys, court staff, and agencies to ensure effective communication.

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for japanese speaking attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Japanese Speaking Attorney is a lawyer who is fluent in both Japanese and English and provides legal services to clients who require support in both languages. This role often involves handling legal matters related to international business, immigration, contracts, and litigation for Japanese-speaking clients. They may work for law firms, multinational corporations, or government agencies that deal with Japan-related legal issues. Fluency in Japanese is essential for effective communication, document review, and negotiation in legal contexts.

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Japanese Speaking Attorneys are often involved in matters such as cross-border transactions, immigration filings, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution where Japanese and English language skills are critical. Daily tasks may include drafting and translating legal documents, participating in bilingual meetings, and advising clients from Japan or Japanese-speaking backgrounds. Language proficiency allows attorneys to bridge cultural and legal differences, interpret complex laws in both jurisdictions, and provide tailored legal advice. This unique skill set makes them valuable to international law firms and companies with a strong link to Japan, often leading to advancement opportunities and specialized roles.

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To excel as a Japanese Speaking Attorney, you need fluency in both Japanese and English, a law degree with bar admission, and expertise in relevant legal areas such as corporate, immigration, or international law. Familiarity with legal research databases, document drafting software, and case management systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly in both languages are highly valued. These capabilities ensure accurate legal representation, effective client communication, and seamless collaboration across diverse legal and business contexts.

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Bilingual Japanese VP, General Administration

Bilingual Japanese VP, General Administration

BizTek People, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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International financial institution seeks a bilingual Japanese team leader of General Affairs Department.
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Responsible for managing the administrative function for Head Office expatriates in the U.S. offices.  <\/span>Responsibilities include: visa and staying permit extensions, individual income tax issues, health insurance and payroll monitoring, etc.  <\/span>Expatriate Benefit policies & procedures are managed according to Tokyo Head Office guidelines.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES include:
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Prepare visa application letters at the request of the Head Office.  <\/span>Monitor expiration dates of visa \/ staying permits \/ passports; prepare extension application in\-house of through immigration attorney.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Make a first judgment in expatriate's benefit issues with minimal supervision, especially in areas that are not covered by Head Office policies & procedures.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Respond to correspondence from IRS or other tax agencies on behalf of expatriates; consult with outside accounting firm on tax matters; ensure that individual income tax returns are mailed in a timely fashion.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Manage communication with accountants on issues related to payroll; analyze discrepancies in external accounting firm's input and, when needed, correct errors by using knowledge in taxation and group's benefit plan.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Manage communication with expatriates on General Administration issues such as visa applications, payroll, tax returns, and fringe benefits in support of expatriate's experience in the US.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Five years general affairs (or similar) experience.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Ability to prioritize workload and management skills.
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                     <\/span><\/span><\/span>Ability to work with minimal supervision while also keeping the Managing Director informed
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\n                           <\/span><\/span><\/span>Full business level Japanese language fluency (speaking, reading, writing)
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