Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
A native level speaker both in English and Japanese, with excellent skills in organization and thoroughness, I have acted as an important liaison for C-level executives in a mid-size multinational company. Responsibilities included supporting company stakeholders in relationship management and agenda planning, strategy, creating company communications and executive-level presentations.
Project Management: • Assisted in initial legal establishment, of entity, location, and set up of Tokyo office. • Implementation of email, accounting, and CRM systems • Responsible for operation of international online bank accounts. Coordination of activities of service providers (accounting and law firms across Asia), and foreign interns (mostly US legal graduates), to ensure optimal client support and attainment of company objectives • Supported the process of acquiring permits and licenses needed to start business operations. Executive Level Assistance: • Assisted a team of C-level executives by managing their daily emails, mail, phone calls, etc. • Successfully managed communications related to budget, timeline, resources, and the customer relationship. • Organized and managed executive calendars in multiple time zones. • Coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements on monthly basis. • Managed and reconciled business and personal expense reports and requisitions. • Maintained high degree of confidentiality along with excellent judgment and discretion. • Experienced working with multinationals, understanding the intricacies of global coordination.