Job Title: Research Editor/Translator (Japanese to English)
**Purpose of Job:**
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The Research Editor/Translator is responsible for translating Japanese investment research into English across a broad range of industries.
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This role requires a deep understanding of financial research, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of translations while also enhancing readability.
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The position involves reviewing and editing translated research materials to meet high standards of quality.
**Background:**
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The role is part of a global research production team, working closely with colleagues from various regions, including Tokyo, New York, and London.
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The primary objective is to improve the quality of translated research by ensuring it is both accurate and well-written.
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The position also involves providing feedback and performing post-translation alignment using an AI-powered translation tool.
**Facts/Scale:**
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Works with the English translation team and analysts across global offices, including Tokyo and New York.
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Collaborates with multiple production teams to ensure the quality and consistency of translated materials.
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Responsible for delivering high-quality translations for a variety of financial research topics, including equities, macroeconomics, fixed income, and more.
**Accountabilities & Responsibilities:**
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Translate a wide range of financial research, including equities, macroeconomics, strategy, quantitative analysis, and fixed income, from Japanese into English.
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Review and ensure translations are consistent with the original Japanese text.
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Edit translated research to improve readability and propose impactful titles for significant reports.
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Format and adjust documents using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
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Coordinate the production of lengthy reports, dividing the workload among translators as necessary.
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Work closely with analysts and production teams to ensure a smooth and accurate translation process.
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Use internal workflow systems and AI-powered translation tools.
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Provide feedback on the translation tool and ensure post-translation alignment for improved accuracy.
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Make decisions on translation quality, including fidelity to the source text and appropriateness of expression.
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Manage time and workload efficiently to meet tight deadlines.
**Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications:**
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Translation Skills: Ability to translate a broad range of financial research and industry topics quickly, fluently, and accurately.
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Review & Editing Skills: Strong capability to review and edit translated research for accuracy, consistency, and overall quality, including presentation.
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Securities & Finance Knowledge: Solid understanding of Japanese equities, industries, capital markets, valuation, and macroeconomics.
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Japanese Proficiency: Advanced reading comprehension in Japanese, with the ability to discuss and resolve translation or research issues in both Japanese and English.
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Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Professional demeanor under pressure and the ability to communicate quickly and effectively with counterparts and analysts in multiple regions, including in Japanese.
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Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and familiarity with Excel and PDF tools.
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Time Management: Ability to work efficiently under competing deadlines and manage time effectively.
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Language Proficiency: Native-level English with exceptional writing skills.
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