International Liaison I

International Liaison I

The Company: Aflac International The Location: GA, US The Division: Corporate General Counsel Job Id: 9109

Opportunity: International Liaison I Salary Range: $50,000 to $65,000

We've Got You Under Our Wing We are the duck. We develop and empower our people, cultivate relationships, give back to our community, and celebrate every success along the way. We do it all… The Aflac Way. Aflac, a Fortune 500 company, is an industry leader in voluntary insurance products that pay cash directly to policyholders and one of America's best-known brands. Aflac has been recognized as Fortune's 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity and as one of World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.com. Our business is about being there for people in need. So, ask yourself, are you the duck? If so, there's a home, and a flourishing career for you at Aflac. Worker Designation – This role is hybrid. This means you will be expected to report to one of our Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.

What does it take to be successful at Aflac? (Competencies) Acting with Integrity Communicating Effectively Pursuing Self-Development Serving Customers Supporting Change Supporting Organizational Goals Working with Diverse Populations

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• JPLT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N4/N3 or equivalent required, or completed within 18 months after hire date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Bilingual ability (English and Japanese) sufficient to handle routine office and relocation communications
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively and exercise discretion, judgment, and diplomacy when dealing with internal and external customers including members of Aflac Japan, Aflac companies' executive management, VIP guests from strategic partners and the public
• Experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office software, including basic proficiency using Excel as well as intermediate proficiency using Word and PowerPoint

Education & Experience Required Bachelor's degree in international studies or related discipline No prior experience required for candidates with a bachelor's degree in international studies or a related discipline. Candidates with a bachelor's degree in other fields must have at least 2 years of corporate business experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Education & Experience Preferred International business experience Travel 10% or more

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs various liaison duties and responsibilities under senior liaison members' supervision and guidance.
• Provides support to expats/trainees from Aflac Japan and their families throughout their U.S. assignments to facilitate a smooth transition and ensure their safety during their stay; coordinates with receiving departments to set up the work environment, assists with general living arrangements, supports orientation and acculturation, and provides language and other relocation assistance.
• Assists in managing inquiries and business requests between Aflac Japan and U.S. teams by receiving, screening, and routing communications; responds to routine questions about company operations, department services, events, procedures, and policies, or directs inquiries to appropriate team members as needed. Provides basic Japanese–English translation support, introductory cultural insights, and non-critical Japan-related research, such as gathering general articles, statistical data, and publicly available information. Maintains organized and up-to-date reference files and documentation to support daily team operations.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for routine scheduling and coordination between managers, team members, and visitors; reviews requests, schedules standard appointments, and makes necessary arrangements in alignment with established processes. Resolves straightforward issues by applying company policies and judgment, escalating only when appropriate.
• Prepares routine English-language communications—such as emails, meeting requests, agendas, and basic announcements—by drafting from templates or verbal instructions and ensuring accuracy, clarity, and proper formatting. Coordinates with team members or Creative partners on straightforward content needs as directed.
• Maintains organized electronic and physical filing systems by updating records, labeling materials, and ensuring documents are stored accurately for quick reference. Follows established procedures to support knowledge sharing and effective office operations, and handles confidential information in accordance with policy.
• Provides basic support for Japan-related administrative tasks by preparing simple documents, assisting with expense submissions, and updating payment-related information as directed. Follows established procedures across entities to ensure accuracy and timely handling of items connected to Japan operations. Collaborates with team members when questions arise to maintain consistency and compliance.
• Provides basic Japanese–English translation support for routine, non-critical materials and assists business partners by offering introductory cultural information as needed. Seeks guidance from senior team members when handling content related to sensitive topics or requiring deeper cultural nuance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Total Rewards The salary range for this job is $50,000 to $65,000. This range is specific to the job and salary offers consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and peer compensation. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Aflac at the time of the posting. At Aflac, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role to allow for future and continued salary growth, and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. In addition to the base salary, we offer an array of benefits to meet your needs including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription drug coverage, health care flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity offered at no costs to employee), 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and an opportunity to purchase company stock. On an annual basis, you'll also be offered 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO to be used for any reason, and, if eligible, state-mandated sick leave (Washington employees accrue 1-hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked) and other leaves of absence, if eligible, when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including, but not limited to, sick and safe leave, and adoption and parental leave, in all states and localities.