e must be some other questions I could ask, oh, yes, salary. What are your, salary requirements
A: Can I ask what the position pays
E: Well, er, it, er, of course depends somewhat on experience, background, that sort of thing.
What are you currently earning
A: My current salary is in the range of 4.5million yen.
E: I see. Including bonus
A: Yes, but not including overtime. I’m looking for a salary slightly higher than my present one, with opportunities for raises if I work well.
E: Yes, all right.
Have you ever worked with foreigners before
A: Oh, yes, at my university, I was active in projects with the foreign student group. We planned social gatherings and students from 10 countries, and I felt quite comfortable with them all.
Now I am also involved with an outdoor group that has members from over 20 countries. We go on weekend hikes, and sometimes go on overnight trips. It’s fun and gives me a chance to use my English.
E: I also like hiking near Tokyo on weekends. Maybe I’ll join your group.
A: Oh, please do
E: Ok, Miss Kato, I think that will about do it. I’m sorry I wasn’t more organized.
A: By the way, would I be working for you
E: Well, I’m not sure. I think you’d be working for both me and my colleague, although he’s on the road most of the time.
A: What would my daily duties be
E: Support work, mainly. Keeping us organized. Translating, setting up appointment, taking the minutes of meetings, handling all incoming telephone calls, those kinds of things.
A: I see. When can I look forward to hearing from you
E: I think within the week, Miss Kato.
I’m impressed with you and with your resume, and I think I’d like my colleague to have a chance to meet with you.
A: Fine, I’ll wait to hear from you, then. Thanks for your time today.
E: Not at all. Thank you.
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