Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Research translator is responsible for translating written financial materials from Japanese to English for clients. This role ensures accuracy, clarity and professional tone while preserving the original intent and industry context. This candidate will collaborate closely with teams in both New York and Tokyo to support timely and effective communication of markets insights and financial analyses.

Core Responsibilities:

• Translate a variety of Japanese financial documents such as reports, memos, comments, and presentation materials into professional English
• Ensure clarity, accuracy and consistency across translated materials
• Conduct reviews and provide quality assurance for translations completed by others
• Coordinate with teams in both Tokyo and New York to relay information and manage task priorities, including monthly and statistical reports
• Liaise with external translation vendors and manage outsourced translation workflows

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics or related field
• Fluent in Japanese, native in English with strong English written skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Bloomberg and financial databases preferred
• Prior experience in financial services or research a plus
• Self started with a collaborative mindset and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Company Culture and Benefits:

We have a vibrant company culture made up of a diverse team of professionals. We seek to foster an atmosphere in which our employees understand, respect, and inspire each other. We will continue to build a culture that encourages everyone to take pride in their work. How we work individually, with each other, and with our communities is just as important as what we do and shapes who we are as an organization.

This company has a hybrid work program in place, with opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role and needs of your department. This was implemented to provide operational efficiency while simultaneously giving employees flexibility. At a minimum, employees are expected to work in the office three days per week.

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