Yeow Boon Soong
Political trainee, press and information trainee, trade and economic trainee
Petaling Jaya
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional, skilled in time management and detail-oriented work. Eager to acquire new knowledge, embrace challenges, and contribute effectively to team objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Administrative assistant
Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Produced in-depth analyses of Malaysia’s macroeconomic trends and sectoral policy shifts, delivering actionable insights to business people.
- Maintained stock levels to avoid shortages in office supplies.
- Improved customer satisfaction through prompt response to email and phone queries.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
- Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
Freelance Translator
Allolingo
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Translation and Search Engine Optimisation work in Hokkien, English, and Mandarin.
Production and Transcription Assistant
Speak Hokkien Campaign
09.2024 - Current
- Do time-codes for videos for doing research on Hokkien.
- Provide advice on how to type Hokkien subtitles.
- Communicate with voice providers.
- Learn the skills to preserve languages.
Waiter
Saigon Restaurant
New Taipei City
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Cashier
Salesperson
Muji Malaysia
04.2016 - 07.2016
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
National Taipei University
UMAP-COIL Joint Program - undefined
Institute for Innovative Global Education, Kansai University
SPM, UEC -
Pin Hwa High School
01.2010 - 11.2015
Skills
Flexibility in task handling
Researching capability
Written correspondence
Payroll processing
Accounting basics
Microsoft Office proficiency
Telephone etiquette
Certification
IELTS 6.5
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Malay
Upper intermediate
Cantonese
Fluent
Hokkien
Fluent
Hakka
Intermediate
Teochew
Intermediate
Mandarin
Intermediate
Extra-Curricular Activities
Taiwanese Hokkien Club, National Taiwan University, 09/01/20, 12/31/21 Toastmasters Club, National Taipei University, 09/01/17, 06/30/20 Concert Band, Pin Hwa High School, 01/01/14, 10/31/15
Custom Section
Translator
Additional Information
Adept at managing projects, producing clear and accurate written content, and balancing detail with broader perspective. Prepared to contribute editorial, analytical, and organisational skills in fast-paced professional environments.
Timeline
Production and Transcription Assistant
Speak Hokkien Campaign
09.2024 - Current
Administrative assistant
Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Malaysia
04.2023 - 09.2024
Freelance Translator
Allolingo
03.2022 - 03.2023
Waiter
Saigon Restaurant
04.2020 - 04.2021
Salesperson
Muji Malaysia
04.2016 - 07.2016
SPM, UEC -
Pin Hwa High School
01.2010 - 11.2015
UMAP-COIL Joint Program - undefined
Institute for Innovative Global Education, Kansai University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
National Taipei University