IT-EN Translator/Proofreader (ONLY English native speakers)

The in-house position we offer is for our headquarters in central Italy (P.S. Elpidio – FM – Marche region).

The linguist (IT-EN Translator-Proofreader) will look after the internal translation workflow and will coordinate the work of English native freelance translators and proofreaders.

He/she will be responsible for communicating specific detailed instructions to translators and external proofreaders and managing workflows and processes.

He/she is accountable for the final quality assurance of translation activities.

TASKS:

• Review/Proofread translation projects completed by native English professional translators;
• Complete small translation projects and provide language assistance (IT-EN) to clients and colleagues;
• Assess needs for additional information, e.g. compilation of glossaries, previously translated similar documents, list of acronyms, technical terminology, and translation memories;
• Manage translation teams and linguistic assets to ensure compliance with Intrawelt productions workflows and that quality and turn-arounds standards are met.Exercise sound judgment in keeping supervisor informed of potential difficulties;
• Inform supervisor of all issues affecting cost, quality and turn-around;
• Check final accuracy of IT-EN translation projects prior to sending them to client.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree and degree in Translation and/or interpretation or equivalent experience;
• Perfect command of English (native language) and Italian plus one, ideally two additional languages to mother tongue standard;
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, html, xml);
• Familiarity with desktop publishing software (Indesign, QuarkXPress, Framemaker);
• Language skills to include ability to create glossaries, assess quality and completeness of translations;
• Advanced translation memory experience (e.g. SDL TRADOS) management;
• Preferably 1-2 years previous proofreading/translation experience in translation services;
• Ability to prioritize while handling multiple projects simultaneously in a hectic, time-sensitive environment;
• Detail and service oriented;
• Clear sense of accountability.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Flexible team player;
• Superior interpersonal skills;
• Can mix and relate well to all levels;
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and unsupervised;
• Flexibility to work overtime required;
• Professional demeanour;
• Focused on goals and the overall team and company objectives;
• Self-motivated and proactive;
• Can improvise and innovate;

If you are interested in joining us, please send your cv to inhouse@intrawelt.it

It is possible that due to the large number of applicants, only successful candidates will be informed.

Please only apply if you are interested in the IN-HOUSE position offered for our headquarters in Porto Sant’Elpidio (FM), Marche, Italy.