Executive Assistant to the CEO (Bilingual: Mandarin & English)TP-Link Systems Inc. • Irvine, CA, US

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Executive Assistant to the CEO (Bilingual : Mandarin & English)

TP-Link Systems Inc. • Irvine, CA, US

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Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

About the role :

We are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to the CEO who will provide high-level administrative, communication, and presentation support, while also serving as the CEO’s dedicated Mandarin–English interpreter and translator. This is a critical role that combines traditional executive assistant responsibilities with specialized bilingual support to facilitate seamless cross-cultural communication and global business alignment. You will act as a trusted partner in managing executive messaging, preparing presentation materials, and enabling effective engagements across time zones and business functions.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Communication

Provide direct administrative support to the CEO, including calendar coordination, meeting preparation, task follow-up, and communication management.
Prepare high-impact PowerPoint presentations and executive messaging aligned with company strategy and the CEO’s voice for board meetings and internal communications.
Draft, review, and edit business communications including emails, memos, reports, and executive summaries in English and Mandarin.
Help streamline CEO workflow by anticipating needs, managing priorities, and ensuring timely follow-up on key deliverables.

Mandarin–English Interpretation & Translation

Deliver consecutive interpretation for the CEO during high-stakes meetings, site visits, media engagements, customer calls, and other public or internal events.

Translate documents specifically requested by the CEO with high accuracy and cultural sensitivity to support executive-level communication

Create bilingual talking points, remarks, and Q&A for global engagements, ensuring clarity, tone, and alignment with the CEO’s intent.

Cultural & Strategic Advisory

Brief the CEO on US business etiquette, negotiation styles, and cultural nuances to avoid miscommunication and maximize impact.

Develop and maintain glossaries of commonly used terminology across business, legal, technical, and financial domains to ensure consistency in language and messaging.

Meeting & Information Management

Support meeting logistics, gather pre-read materials, prepare briefing notes, and capture action items.

Manage sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, controlling access and secure storage in accordance with company policy.

Qualifications :

Proven experience supporting a senior executive or CEO in a fast-paced, high-growth organization.

Advanced proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and native or near-native fluency in English (spoken and written).

Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create clean, visually impactful, and strategically aligned executive presentations.

Deep understanding of Chinese business culture and US executive communication standards.

Demonstrated success providing high-quality consecutive interpretation in business settings.

Superior writing skills with a focus on business clarity, tone, and storytelling.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Translation / Interpretation, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities discreetly.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365

High level of integrity and confidentiality with a demonstrated track record of handling sensitive information.

Benefits

Salary range : $80K - $100K annually + Bonus (depending on experience)

Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)

Contributions to 401k funds

Over four weeks of PTO per year

Bi-annual pay increases

Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership.

Quarterly team-building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

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