Junior Japanese/English Translator

Overview: 

The Insights product is a new offering for Guidepoint's Institutional investment and corporate clients, that offers teleconferences, surveys, and in-person events. The teleconferences live in a transcript library portal, which covers a wide range of industries/topics that enables our clients to make informed decisions. All content features experts from Guidepoint’s proprietary global network and is conceptualized and hosted by former investment professionals (i.e., private equity/hedge fund), sell-side equity research analysts, and industry professionals.

Play a vital role in Guidepoint Insights’ success. 

As a Junior Japanese/English Translator on the Insights team, using your Japanese / English language skills you will be responsible for reviewing and translating teleconference transcripts, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency in the presentation of business questions and expert responses. You will also be part of the Insights team as it roles out the launch of the Insights product in the rapidly growing Japan market.

The position is fully remote, candidates must be based in Japan and have valid authorization to work in Japan. This is an entry-level position that does not require any prior experience.  You will be fully trained on how to succeed in this position. 

What You Will Do:

• Reviewing and translating supporting teleconference media, reviewing and proofreading Japanese and English text for consistency, accuracy, and clarity 
• Produce both Japanese and English transcripts from 60-minute Japanese audio recordings with aim of achieving this within 4 hours using advanced translation tools
• Communicate across departments to maintain fluid workflows, contributing to deadlines being met 
• Contribute to developing editorial initiatives, engaging in creative problem-solving with fellow digital editors 

Experience You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese with excellent written English
• Background in  writing in English and Japanese
• Able to produce accurate Japanese and English transcriptions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and adaptability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Skills You Will Bring:

• Able to speak with people at all professional levels
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Japanese
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team

What We Offer: 

• Type: full-time role
• Location: 100% remote (must be based in Japan)

About Guidepoint: 

Guidepoint powers end-to-end research workflows for the world’s best research teams.

Backed by a global network of more than 2 million experts and over 1,600 employees, Guidepoint delivers real-time access to expertise, primary research, and actionable knowledge that help organizations make informed decisions. Through consultations, surveys, events, proprietary content, and AI-enabled tools, we support every stage of the decision-making process—from developing hypotheses and gathering insights to validating assumptions and building conviction for critical decisions.

At Guidepoint, our success relies on the diversity of our employees, experts, and clients, which enables us to foster meaningful connections and a broad range of perspectives. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences can contribute and succeed.