English-Arabic Translator

Cognita Schools; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognita Schools seeks a highly skilled English-Arabic Translator to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be a UAE national with fluency in both languages and will manage translation projects while providing administrative support. This hybrid role requires keen organizational skills and a strong professional background in translation, business, or similar fields. Candidates will be part of a prestigious institution dedicated to providing a world-class education.

Qualifications

• UAE National with native Arabic and strong English proficiency.
• 2-3 years of professional translation experience.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate documents between Arabic and English with accuracy.
• Manage translation projects and collaborate with colleagues.
• Provide administrative support and perform secretarial tasks.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Translation

Bachelor's degree in Linguistics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique; however, our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

At Cognita, we recognize that every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths, supporting them academically, socially, and emotionally, regardless of their location or starting point. We aim to protect what is special about each student while providing rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. Our goal is to ensure they receive a world-class education.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented English-Arabic Translator with strong secretarial and administrative capabilities to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Arabic and demonstrate the ability to manage translation projects and administrative tasks with professionalism and efficiency.

Please note, this role is open to UAE Nationals only.

This is a hybrid role that involves supporting daily office operations, documentation, public relations, and client communications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Translation & Interpretation:
   • Translate a wide variety of documents (including reports, legal and technical texts, proposals, case studies, and presentations) between Arabic and English with accuracy, clarity, and cultural sensitivity.
   • Review, proofread, and edit translated content for grammatical, spelling, and punctuation accuracy.
   • Ensure confidentiality and professional handling of sensitive documentation.
2. Project Management & Collaboration:
   • Manage translation projects: prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and allocate resources efficiently.
   • Collaborate with colleagues to clarify requirements and ensure expectations are met.
   • Coordinate with internal departments to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.
3. Administrative & Secretarial Support:
   • Perform general secretarial duties including drafting letters, handling correspondence, and scheduling meetings.
   • Support internal departments, maintaining positive communication with stakeholders.
   • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• UAE National
• Native proficiency in Arabic and strong command of English (spoken and written)
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional translation experience, preferably in consulting, legal, or business contexts
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field
• Prior experience in secretarial or office management roles
• Experience translating high-volume or complex projects in consulting or similar sectors
• Knowledge of documentation standards and public relations practices

The company reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date. We encourage early applications.

Cognita is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All new staff will undergo detailed pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks, qualification verification, employment history review, and reference checks for the past 10 years.

Job Details

• Role Level: Entry-Level
• Work Type: Full-Time
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai

For more information, visit our company website.

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