Cantonese Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions LLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Monthly payments

Immediate availability after onboarding

Job summary

ContactLink Solutions LLC is looking for a skilled remote Interpreter proficient in Cantonese and English. This full-time contractor position allows you to work from your home office. Responsibilities include answering calls professionally, understanding industry-specific vocabulary, and maintaining high accuracy in interpretation. Candidates should have at least 6 months of interpretation experience and strong listening skills. Other requirements include a steady internet connection and a USB wired headset.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Cantonese is essential.
• Minimum 6 months of interpretation experience preferred.
• Excellent skills in listening, retention, and note-taking required.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls professionally according to the interpreter’s code of conduct.
• Be aware of specific vocabulary used in healthcare and medical contexts.
• Communicate and report to team leader.

Skills

Fluency in Cantonese

Fluency in English

Excellent listening skills

Note-taking skills

Tools

USB wired headset

Windows 10 or Mac

Job description

Are you a skilled interpreter looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking talented individuals proficient in Cantonese and English to join our team of international interpreters. If you have a passion for languages and a commitment to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you! This is a fully remote position.

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Cantonese and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet and secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Cantonese
• Minimum 6 months of interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note‑taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client

Technical Requirements:

• 90% English proficiency
• Steady wired internet connection
• USB wired headset
• Windows 10 or Mac

What we offer you:

• Fully remote. Interpreter works from his/her home office
• Full‑time contractor position
• Immediate availability to start working after onboarding
• Monthly payments

Your responsibilities:

• Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
• Be aware of the specific vocabulary of the industry the interpreter works with (healthcare and medical, specifically)
• Go into internal professional training
• Communicate and report to your team leader

Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required.