Translator with ENGLISH UK [Job Vacancy ID: ST7]

This is a remote position.

Translator with ENGLISH UK – (English US into ENGLISH UK)

In reputed company () we support our customers throughout the product information and content life cycle.

reputed company started its activity as a Language Service Provider more than 20 years ago.

We are specialized in localization and internationalization.

We are looking for Linguists with ENGLISHUK to join our dedicated Team.

We are looking for translators comfortable with CAT Tools and passionate about technology to translate either SW or Marketing or Legal content for one of the most innovative Companies leading the future of sustainable mobility.

Field/s of expertise: Software and/or Marketing and/or Legal

Location: Remote

Start date: TBC

Project Duration: Ongoing

Employment Type: This role is on a freelancer basisResponsibilities

In this role you will:

  • Depending on the project, translate and ensure target text correctly reflects the meaning of the source.
  • Perform linguistic tasks as per project instructions and other references (translation memory, glossary, style guides, etc.).
  • Ensure high-grammatical accuracy while maintaining key terminology, spotting inconsistencies and incorrect cultural references.
  • Correct formatting/tagging, punctuation, country specifics, terminology, style, fluency as per guidelines.

We look forward to hearing from you!


Requirements

Main requirements:
  • Native in target language with a degree in Applied Linguistics, Translation or equivalent experience
  • IT skilled with knowledge and experience of SDL Studio and CAT tools
  • Preferred experience as a translator specialized in translation and proofreading of the required field depending on individual fields of expertise (marketing ad/and software and/or legal)

· Comfortable with technology.

  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem solving and communication skills.
  • As a plus, experience translating content containing embedded variables in an XML environment with a high comfort level in manipulating XML type tags during translation.
  • Demonstrated aptitude to independently learn new technologies - some projects might be performed using proprietary localisation tool sets.
  • Self-motivated and pro-active with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
  • Flexibility to respond and react to changing priorities quickly and efficiently.
  • Excellent written and reputed company English to truly understand the meaning and translate as if it were originally written in target language.
  • Obsessed by the detail, quality-driven and has a passion for languages.
  • Understanding and attitude to work within a confidential environment.
  • Able to work in a fast paced, demanding environment with multiple changes in project priorities and tight deadlines
  • Available to travel as the business calls
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Good availability, potentially at least 4 hours per day and quick response times

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