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Crucial Link Group

Japanese Translate

Steele, AL

$19 - $25/hr

Japanese Translator - Manufacturing Environment (Onsite) We're looking for a reliable Japanese translator to support our Japanese executives at a busy automotive manufacturing plant. This is an ...

Crucial Link Group

Japanese Translate

Steele, AL

$19 - $25/hr

Japanese Translator - Manufacturing Environment (Onsite) We're looking for a reliable Japanese translator to support our Japanese executives at a busy automotive manufacturing plant. This is an ...

Pasona NA

Loan Assistant - Japanese Bilingual

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$41K - $51K/yr

... English translation and Japanese translation. • Perform all other duties as assigned by the General Manager and Senior Deputy General Manager. 3. REPORTS TO • Japanese-Loan Manager 4. ...

Aisin Corporation

Japanese Translator

Marion, IL · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

SUMMARY This position supports the Production Engineering and General Administration functions by providing technical interpretation and translation between Japanese and English. The role facilitates ...

Career Site

Japanese Translator

Marion, IL · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

SUMMARY This position supports the Production Engineering and General Administration functions by providing technical interpretation and translation between Japanese and English. The role facilitates ...

TG Kentucky Corporation

Japanese Translator

Lebanon, KY

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Document Translation support for all areas. * Establishes and maintains highly confidential files and records. * Composes and types letters and correspondence: Japanese and English. * Maintain ...

ONEPOWER Consulting

Japanese English Translator

Rockmart, GA

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

Interpreter/Translator/Special Projects Rockmart, GA General : Interpreter is responsible for assisting various situations of communication between American staffs and Japanese staffs. Translator is ...

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A Japanese Translation job involves converting written or spoken content from Japanese to another language or vice versa while maintaining accuracy, tone, and context. Translators may work with business documents, websites, books, subtitles, or other materials to ensure clear communication. Strong language skills, cultural understanding, and attention to detail are essential for success in this role. Some positions may also require industry-specific knowledge, such as legal, medical, or technical expertise.

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Japanese Translators commonly spend their days translating documents, emails, or multimedia content while ensuring both linguistic and cultural accuracy. They may collaborate closely with project managers, editors, or subject matter experts to clarify terminology and intent, and often review or proofread translations for quality assurance. Work can range from translating legal contracts to localizing marketing materials, depending on the industry. Daily tasks may include participating in meetings, updating glossaries, and managing deadlines to ensure timely project delivery.

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English to Japanese Translator (Financial)

BizTek People, Inc. | APA International Placement Consultants

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

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International Investment Bank seeks English to Japanerse Translator ofReports written by Equity Research Analysts.
Primarily responsibilities include:
  • Translating all the English "Reports" and Memos written by Equity analysts.Search and select appropriate terms in past reports and internet.
  • Creating Word, Excel and PDF files by using specific templates and adding appropriate disclaimer.
  • Communicating with analysts, assistants, editors, and SAs (Supervisory Analysts), making corrections, and taking responsibility for finishing the report.

Requirements
  • English to Japanese translation experience
  • Needs to come to Manhattan office at least three days a week after September 13.
  • Well-acquainted with English and Japanese financial technical terms.
  • Desirable to familiar with technical terms of IT software, IT hardware, semiconductors, internet, media, capital goods, auto mobiles, and transportations.
  • High speed and safe internet connection and PC suitable for business are indispensable to work from home.

Benefits
Good benefit plans
Skill Set
English to Japanese Translation, Excel, Powerpoint, financial terminologies

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