Japanese Speaking Trading Administrator

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading trading company based in Melbourne, well-established in international trade and supply chain operations. They work closely with Japanese clients and suppliers, providing innovative solutions and seamless service. Their team values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth, offering a dynamic and supportive environment where your skills in both Japanese and English will be highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global trading network and develop your career in a fast-paced, multinational setting.

Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Japanese Speaking Trading Administrator fluent in Japanese and English to support their trading operations. You will be a key point of contact for Japanese clients and suppliers, ensuring smooth communication, accurate documentation, and efficient processing of day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily trading operations and administrative tasks
  
• Communicate with Japanese clients and suppliers via email, phone, and online platforms
  
• Prepare, review, and maintain trading documents and contracts
  
• Coordinate shipment schedules, order confirmations, and logistics details
  
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure timely processing of orders
  
• Support ad-hoc administrative and operational tasks as required
  

Requirements:

• Fluent in Japanese and English (written and spoken)
  
• Previous experience in trading, logistics, or administrative roles preferred
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• Permanent, full-time opportunity in Melbourne
  
• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  
• Hybrid work arrangement (2 days work from home, 3 days onsite) available after probation
  
• Professional development and growth opportunities
  
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
  

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.