Mandarin Freelance Remote Interpreter

Tonguepoint; Sydney; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ultimate Flexibility: 100% remote work

Competitive per-minute rates

Free onboarding and ongoing training

Referral program bonus

Job summary

Tonguepoint is seeking fluent Mandarin/English interpreters for 100% remote Freelance work. No prior experience required; full training provided. You will perform OPI and VRI with flexible hours and independent contractor status.

Join to bridge critical communication gaps in healthcare, legal, and other settings, while enjoying onboarding, ongoing training, and a referral program. Set your own hours and work from a quiet home setup.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Mandarin.
• Strong active listening, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience.
• Beginners welcome; interpreting experience is a plus.
• Quiet home workspace with reliable setup (headset, internet, computer).

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Mandarin).
• Facilitate clear communication in high-stakes settings (e.g., healthcare, legal).
• Maintain strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism.
• Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Skills

English–Mandarin fluency

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

Tools

Noise-canceling headset

Reliable internet connection

Job description

Urgently Hiring For: Mandarin.

Job Title: Freelance Remote Interpreter (Mandarin / English) Location: 100% Remote | Type: Freelance/Independent Contractor | Schedule: Flexible

Job Summary

We are seeking fluent bilingual speakers to provide Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). No prior experience is required—we provide full training. If you have strong language skills and a professional attitude, join us to bridge critical communication gaps in moments that matter.

Key Responsibilities

Provide accurate, real-time consecutive interpretation (English+Mandarin).

Facilitate clear communication in high-stakes settings (e.g., healthcare, legal).

Maintain strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism.

Manage your own schedule and log in reliably to handle calls.

Qualifications & Tech Requirements

Language: Native or near-native fluency in English and Mandarin.

Skills: Strong active listening, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience.

Experience: Beginners welcome; prior interpreting experience is a plus.

Workspace: A quiet, distraction-free home environment.

Tech Setup: Dedicated computer, high-speed internet (wired preferred for VRI), and a noise-canceling USB headset.

What We Offer

• Ultimate Flexibility: 100% remote work. Choose your own hours (daytime, evening, overnight).
• Steady Income: Competitive per-minute rates backed by reliable call volume.
• Growth: Free comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional training.
• Referral Program: Refer qualified speakers of our in-demand languages and earn a bonus when your referral is successfully onboarded.