Tokyo Call For Referral Remote job

English–Japanese Business Meeting Translator

Hourly Contract | Japan (Remote or On-Site)

$35 –$50 per hour

About the Role

A
leading AI and technology-focused organization
, in collaboration with
Mercor
, is seeking an experienced
English–Japanese Translator/Interpreter
to facilitate real-time translation during upcoming
sales and business meetings
.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in
corporate interpretation
, ensuring accurate, culturally sensitive, and professional communication between English- and Japanese-speaking participants.

This role plays a key part in bridging communication across
high-stakes business discussions, client presentations, and partnership negotiations
.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide
    simultaneous or consecutive translation
    during virtual or in-person meetings.
  • Translate
    verbal discussions and written follow-ups
    , including chat messages, meeting notes, and summaries.
  • Ensure clarity, accuracy, and
    cultural nuance
    in all communications.
  • Prepare for meetings by reviewing key documents, terminology, and objectives with stakeholders.
  • Maintain
    confidentiality and professionalism
    at all times.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a
    bilingual interpreter or translator
    in corporate, sales, or client-facing settings.
  • Native-level fluency
    in both
    Japanese and English
    (spoken and written).
  • Strong familiarity with
    business and technical terminology
    , particularly in sales, partnerships, or technology contexts.
  • Excellent communication, composure, and ability to
    convey ideas quickly and precisely
    .
  • Availability for scheduled meetings on
    October 9, 2025 (Japan Standard Time)
    .

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience translating for
    startups, tech firms, or multinational companies
    .
  • Background in
    business development, sales enablement, or client success
    .
  • Familiarity with
    virtual meeting platforms
    (Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams, etc.).

Compensation & Contract

  • Rate:
    $35–$50 USD/hour (based on experience and meeting scope).
  • Type:
    Hourly, independent contractor.
  • Payments:
    Weekly via
    Stripe Connect
    .

Application & Onboarding Process

  1. Submit your
    resume
    highlighting relevant bilingual and business interpretation experience.
  2. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a
    brief translation task or voice sample
    .
  3. The Mercor team will reach out within a few days with next steps and meeting details.


PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.



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