Technology Risk- Japanese Language Expert
About the role
Job Description
EY – Technology Assurance Senior Consultant (Japanese Speaker)
The Opportunity
Key Responsibilities
- Execute Technology Assurance and IT risk engagements, working closely with Assistant Managers, and Managers.
- Own assigned engagement workstreams, including planning, execution, documentation, and issue resolution.
- Serve as a key contact for Japanese clients and stakeholders, facilitating discussions and meetings in Japanese and English.
- Review audit working papers, risk assessments, and deliverables prepared by Associates
- Apply EY methodologies related to IT controls, risk assessment, control testing, remediation, and reporting.
- Identify control gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities, and clearly articulate recommendations to clients.
- Provide coaching and performance feedback to junior team members.
- Support engagement management activities such as timelines, deliverable tracking, and quality assurance.
- Collaborate effectively with offshore and onshore EY teams across regions.
- Demonstrate strong understanding of Japanese business practices and cultural norms to enhance client relationships.
Skills and Attributes for Success
- Fluent in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension); JLPT N2/ N1 certification is required.
- With appreciation of IT controls, IT audit concepts, and assurance methodologies.
- Proven ability to lead tasks independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective stakeholder communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work with team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Proactive, detail oriented, and quality focused mindset.
To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Technology/ Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Typically with relevant experience in Technology Assurance, IT Audit, IT Risk, or related consulting roles.
- Prior experience as IT Auditor, Technology Risk Consultant, IT Compliance Analyst, Information Security Consultant, Financial Auditor or in similar roles.
- Willingness to work onsite, as required.
- Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods or critical engagement phases.
What We Look For
- A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience, and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment.
- Opportunities to work with EY technology risk practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries.
What Working at EY Offers
At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from startups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.
You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees, and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
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