2017 Top Jobs in Japan Week 20

Check back each week as we look through the database of jobs in Japan that have been posted to GaijinPot and pick the ones we think are most interesting. You can apply directly to these companies by creating a profile on GaijinPot Jobs.

Language Group Manager

• English: Business level
• Japanese: Business level
• Must have experience in localization or translation
• Must currently reside in Japan

Welocalize is looking for an experienced group manager for its Japanese language translation team and customers, to optimize its service and customer experience. You must have experience as a translator or in the localization industry.

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Consulting Sales / Event Management

• Japanese: Fluent
• English: Business level
• Must currently reside in Japan
• ¥200,000 ~ ¥2.0M / Month
• Visa sponsorship available

Marcus Evans Japan is looking for consulting sales and event management staff for its business summits. You will research and inspire new companies to attend its business summits and take care of existing clients. You must have a university degree or a relevant sales experience.

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Jewelry Maker (Kyoto)

Niwaka is hiring a jewelry maker in Kyoto. Successful applicants will be responsible for creating and polishing jewelry as well as stone setting at our factory along with some customer service-related activities. Art, design and vocational university graduates welcomed.

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Full-Time Public High School Teacher (Osaka)

• English: Native level
• Osaka
• Must have completed a 4-year University degree
• Must have received an education in English for at least 12 years
• ¥9,500 / Day
• Must have interest in Japanese culture
• Must currently reside in Japan
• Must have a valid working visa

These openings are for full-time and part-time positions as an assistant language teacher (ALT) from May 26, 2017, in high schools where the ALT will assist as a team teacher and help plan English lessons under a schedule created by GLAD and the Board of Education. As well as teaching English lessons, you may also be asked to participate in other school activities such as clubs, cleaning of the school and cultural festivals.

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Restaurant Staff

Les Cras group is looking for restaurant staff for its 13 restaurants around Tokyo. Your tasks will range from performing basic hospitality services to translating and producing English menus and marketing the brand to foreign customers. You must be fluent in English and have basic abilities in Japanese. The ideal candidate is a cheerful and friendly team player, with a proactive attitude and some experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry.

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Full-time English Preschool Teacher (Tokyo)

FunShine Academy International is looking for a preschool teacher with previous teaching experience and a teaching license to work at its school located in Toshima, Tokyo. You must have creative skills and be team-player spirited. 

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Part-Time English Teacher

Nova is dedicated to offering high-quality language instruction. Students want not only the opportunity to increase their proficiency in the foreign language of their choice but also to interact with people from different cultures. In addition to general conversation lessons, Nova offers courses for students studying for specific English tests, such as TOEIC or TOEFL, and also for students studying for specific purposes, such as business or travel.

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Wait Staff for Fashionable Café in Ebisu

Cafe Gitane New York is a restaurant with a long history in NYC. It is currently looking for a full-time waiter or waitress in Ebisu. The ideal candidate will have a friendly personality, be dedicated, loyal and interested in working with an international company and friendly team. The main duties will consist of escorting customers to their tables, presenting menus, taking orders, making recommendations and collecting payments.

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Restaurant Staff  (Tokyo)

• English: Native level
• Japanese: Conversational
• Must currently reside in Japan
• ¥1,100 / Hour
• Valid working visa for Japan

Gonpachi is now hiring outgoing, friendly and professional restaurant staff responsible for kitchen and dishwashing duties. Two or more years of experience in the food and beverage industry preferred. The restaurant is located in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo.

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