Chinese Translator/Personal Assistant

Company Description

PT HERON ARSITEKTUR INDONESIA is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and consultancy firm operating across Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Established in 2025 as a joint venture, the company combines international design expertise with local engineering and construction proficiency. Specializing in architectural design, structural and MEP engineering, and technical consulting, HERON delivers solutions for industrial, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. With backing from over 700 specialists and extensive operational experience in Indonesia, HERON is committed to providing efficient, reliable, and locally compliant services, merging global standards with local insights.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Chinese Translator/Personal Assistant, located in Jakarta, Indonesia. The role involves providing language translation and interpretation (Chinese to Indonesian and vice versa) for both verbal and written communications, supporting the management team in daily professional tasks, and coordinating internal and external meetings or events. The Translator/Personal Assistant will manage schedules, prepare documents, and act as a liaison to facilitate effective communication between Chinese and Indonesian-speaking stakeholders. Administrative duties and other ad-hoc responsibilities may also be required to support the team effectively.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written), as well as proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and English
• Strong communication, translation, and interpretation skills across cultural and business contexts
• Proven ability in scheduling, administrative tasks, and managing priorities effectively
• Experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating meetings or events
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Adaptability to work in a dynamic and professional environment
• Bachelor's degree in Chinese Language, Linguistics, International Business, or a related field
• Prior experience in translation or personal assistance roles, and knowledge of architectural or engineering terminology, are preferred but not required
• English fluency is strongly preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams