Position Overview
We are looking for a trilingual talent with strong language skills, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced business environment. You will assist the business team with daily communication, meeting support, and basic negotiation translation, with opportunities to rapidly grow into a professional business translator through hands-on experience. Candidates with approximately 1 year of relevant experience or outstanding fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Core Responsibilities
1. Daily Communication Support
- Assist with daily email and instant messaging in Chinese, English, and Filipino.
- Provide basic consecutive interpretation support in internal meetings.
- Accompany business teams on client visits, factory tours, and other routine activities.
2. Meeting & Negotiation Assistance
- Provide language support in non-high-stakes negotiation scenarios (e.g., price discussions, delivery terms).
- Assist in preparing meeting materials, glossaries, and simple briefs.
- Take meeting notes and compile bilingual summaries.
3. Basic Document Handling
- Translate simple business correspondence, product descriptions, and itineraries.
- Proofread basic contracts for consistency across Chinese, English, and Filipino versions.
- Maintain a database of commonly used phrases and terminology.
4. Travel Support
- Occasionally accompany team members on domestic and short international trips, assisting with language needs during travel.
- Help arrange local transportation, dining, and other basic logistical communications.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree or above. Majors in Languages, Business, International Relations, or related fields are preferred.
- Experience:
- About 1 year of experience in translation, assistant roles, or work, OR
- Outstanding fresh graduates (must provide proof of language proficiency and relevant internship experience).
- Language Skills:
- Chinese: Able to communicate fluently in business settings.
- English: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent level, capable of handling business conversations.
- Filipino: Fluent in daily and business conversations (Tagalog is required).
Qualities We Value
- Strong learning ability and willingness to improve quickly through hands-on experience.
- Clear communication and logical thinking.
- Detail-oriented, responsible, with a strong team spirit.
- Adaptable, able to accept occasional overtime and travel.
- Professional demeanor and basic understanding of business etiquette.
Advantageous (Not Required)
- Translation-related certifications (e.g., CATTI, TESDA certification).
- Study experience in China or the Philippines.
- Familiarity with local Philippine business culture.
- Proficiency in basic office software and translation support tools.
