Korean Interpreter

[JOB OVERVIEW]

We are looking for a competent and professional Korean Interpreter to facilitate smooth communication between our Korean management and employees, Vietnamese team members, business partners, and clients.

In this role, you will support day-to-day business communication, interpret meetings, translate business documents, and assist with various internal and external communications in a fast-growing K-Beauty and marketing environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring clear communication, mutual understanding, and effective collaboration across departments and between Korean and Vietnamese stakeholders.

[Key Responsibilities]

1. Interpretation

  • Provide accurate consecutive and, when required, simultaneous interpretation during internal meetings, management briefings, client meetings, training sessions, and other business discussions.
  • Facilitate smooth day-to-day communication between Korean managers and Vietnamese employees.
  • Help bridge linguistic and cultural differences to ensure clear and effective communication.

2. Translation

  • Translate various business materials between Korean, Vietnamese, and English, including business documents, marketing materials, emails, official correspondence, contracts, and operational guidelines.
  • Localize K-Beauty brand messaging, marketing copy, and internal communications while maintaining the intended tone, meaning, and brand identity.

3. Meeting & On-site Support

  • Prepare detailed meeting minutes and assist in tracking follow-up actions discussed during meetings.
  • Provide real-time interpretation and communication support during live commerce sessions, content shoots, and other on-site activities.
  • Support external events, media conferences, influencer events, and visits from business partners or headquarters personnel.

4. Operations & Administrative Support

  • Provide general administrative support to management and the Operations Support Team, including schedule coordination and cross-department communication.
  • Research and summarize relevant information on the Vietnamese beauty market, local competitor marketing activities, and regulatory or distribution-related matters concerning beauty products.
  • Translate and report relevant Vietnamese market information and documents into Korean for internal review.

5. Other Duties

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor.

[Qualifications]

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Korean Language, Interpretation & Translation, English, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

  • Minimum 2–3 years of Korean–Vietnamese interpretation and translation experience.
  • Experience in a corporate environment, cosmetics/beauty industry, or marketing agency is preferred.

Language & Professional Skills

  • Native-level or highly proficient Korean language skills.
  • Good command of English for communication in an international business environment is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of both Korean and Vietnamese business cultures.
  • Detail-oriented, responsible, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to remain calm, flexible, and professional while providing interpretation and operational support during fast-paced on-site schedules, including live broadcasts, influencer events, and headquarters visits.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with Canva and Google Workspace.

Benefits

  • Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM / Saturday every other week
  • Computer equipment provided
  • Basic healthcare benefits
  • 13th-month salary
  • Professional growth and training opportunities

If you are passionate about the K-Beauty industry and want to grow your career in a fast-paced, international environment where your language and communication skills can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.

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