Job Title: Japanese Speaking Relocation Team Leader

Your New Salary: £29,000 per annum (Gross/year) + Overtime

Location: West London 

Permanent / Full-time

Start: ASAP

Working Days: Monday to Friday

 Occasional Saturday work (approximately 1–2 times per month), with a day off in lieu

 Sundays and Bank Holidays are always off

Working Hours: 07:00–15:30 (1-hour lunch break)

Japanese Speaking Relocation Team Leader – Key Responsibilities

• Work for a leading Japanese logistics company as a Relocation Site Team Leader, with the potential to progress into a management role.
• Carry out packing and preparation work for international relocations.
• Guide customers through customs-related documentation and procedures.
• Provide customers with information and support throughout the relocation process.
• Supervise, guide, and manage on-site moving staff.
• Monitor work progress and coordinate with team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Handle other general duties related to international relocation services.

Japanese Speaking Relocation Team Leader – Skills & Experience Required

• Conversational level of English.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers and on-site staff.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, physically demanding work.
• Responsible, reliable, and able to take ownership of tasks.
• Able to lead and support a team and provide guidance to staff.
• Candidates without previous relocation experience will also be considered if they demonstrate strong potential and a willingness to learn.

Preferred / Desirable

• A valid UK or Japanese driving licence (automatic licence acceptable) – not essential.
• Previous experience in removals, relocation, or other on-site work.
• Experience in logistics, warehousing, delivery, or similar operational environments.
• Previous experience supervising or managing staff.
• A strong interest in developing a career in management.

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We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation.

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