Japanese speaking IT and Network Integration Coordinator

Japanese speaking IT and Network Integration Coordinator

Ref: SF46798

A dynamic and multicultural company operating at the intersection of digital marketing and global business is currently recruiting an IT and Network Integration Coordinator to work in their London office.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating IT and network integration projects, ensuring the secure operation of IT infrastructure, and managing communication between the Japanese headquarters and partner vendors.

The ideal candidate should have strong troubleshooting skills, basic IT certifications, experience in IT operations and networking, and proficiency in Japanese and English.

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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:

• (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner, Working holiday, Graduate
• (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship

WORK TYPE: hybrid working style available

VISA SUPPORT: No

Benefit: Medical insurance, Free beer at the office!

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TYPE: Permanent, full-time

WORKING HOURS: Mon to Fri, 9am - 5pm (Flexible time available)

SALARY: 35-40k, depending on experience

START: 1st November (can be negotiable)

LOCATION: London

IT and Network Integration Coordinator Main Responsibilities:

IT and Security Administrator

• Manage and maintain IT systems, including cloud-based infrastructure, corporate website services, and user devices
• Respond to IT support requests and resolve technical issues in a timely manner
• Administer user accounts, access controls, and permissions
• Monitor network performance and review security logs
• Implement and oversee cybersecurity measures to protect against threats
• Ensure compliance with relevant IT security standards and internal policies
• Support security audit requests from the Japanese headquarters and provide timely responses
• Support the operation and maintenance of the company website hosted on an IaaS platform and assist with migration to an external service provider when required
• Manage endpoint and mobile device administration (e.g., Microsoft Intune), including device enrolment, policy configuration, and compliance monitoring

Network Integration Coordinator

• Act as the primary point of contact between the Japanese headquarters and partner vendors
• Translate and communicate network requirements to vendors, ensuring alignment and mutual understanding
• Review and confirm vendor estimates; manage purchase orders, contracts, and invoices
• Present vendor estimates to the Japanese headquarters and issue invoices as required
• Coordinate the resolution of any issues or delays during project execution
• Review technical documents-such as requirement specifications, network diagrams, and progress reports-for accuracy and alignment with project goals

IT and Network Integration Coordinator Ideal Candidate:

• 2–5 years of experience in IT operations, networking, or security-related roles
• Basic IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CCENT, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner) with demonstrable hands-on experience, or equivalent knowledge
• Strong troubleshooting and configuration skills for Windows PCs, iPhones, and basic network equipment (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls)
• Basic knowledge of cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., IaaS platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Alibaba Cloud) and operating system administration (preferably Linux) sufficient to support and maintain a corporate website
• Experience in coordinating with partner companies or vendors, including communicating requirements, reviewing estimates, and managing purchase orders
• Proficiency in Japanese (native level) and English (business level), with the ability to communicate effectively with both Japanese and international stakeholders

• Industry experience in telecommunications
• Intermediate-level certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CEH, AWS Solutions Architect – Associate, Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent)
• Experience with audits or compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIST CSF, ISO 27001), including internal or external security assessments
• Ability to review technical documents such as requirement specifications, network diagrams, and progress reports
• Project management skills, including scheduling, tracking deliverables, and reporting progress
• Familiarity with multi-vendor environments and coordination across different time zones
• Experience with endpoint and mobile device management tools (e.g., Microsoft Intune, Jamf, or equivalent), including device enrolment, policy configuration, and compliance monitoring
• Experience with website migration and cloud platform administration, including virtual machines, web server configuration, SSL certificate management, and basic networking on cloud platforms

** All applicants for the IT and Network Integration Coordinator must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.