Department: Business Support
Reports to: Business Development Manager (China) — Direct
Partner (Egypt) — Indirect
Position Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Chinese-Speaking Business Support Coordinator to join our Cairo office. The successful candidate will support international client engagements, provide high-quality translation and coordination services, and assist in business development initiatives. This position reports directly to the Business Development Manager based in China and indirectly to a Partner in Egypt.
Working Hours:
- Operates according to Shanghai local time
- Weekends: Saturday & Sunday
- Friday: Work-from-home (WFH)
- Holidays: Follows public holidays in Egypt
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Coordination: Facilitate daily coordination and communication for client deals and ongoing matters.
- Translation Support: Attend meetings with fee earners and provide real-time interpretation (Chinese-English/Arabic and vice versa).
- Marketing Assistance: Contribute to the preparation and translation of marketing materials, presentations, and client-facing content.
- Translation Tasks: Translate documents, emails, and internal communications as assigned by the Business Development Manager or fee earners.
- Market Monitoring: Track relevant commercial news, key company updates, and sector trends impacting our clients.
- Administrative Support: Provide business support and coordination assistance as needed by fee earners or the management team.
Requirements:
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin), English, and Arabic (spoken and written) is mandatory.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Languages, Law, or related fields.
- Experience: Previous experience in translation, business support, or coordination roles is a strong advantage.
- Skills & Attributes:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills .
- Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities .
- Ability to work across time zones and manage multiple priorities .
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) .
- Professional, discreet, and client-focused demeanor .
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment .
