Contract for Services French Linguist (Wine)

WSET; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A globally recognized qualifications provider is seeking a detail-oriented French linguist with expertise in wine. This freelance role involves reviewing and translating educational content, ensuring high quality and accuracy in wine-related terminology. Candidates must be fluent in French and English and possess a professional translation qualification. Experience with CAT tools and a strong knowledge of wines is highly preferred, along with an interest in wine education. Join a dynamic team committed to advancing global wine knowledge.

Qualifications

• Professional translation qualification or demonstrable experience as a professional translator.
• Experience with CAT tools or any translation-assisted software.
• WSET Level 2 in Wines or equivalent certificate; Level 3 preferred.
• Proven expertise in content review and editorial processes.
• Native French with good command of English (CEFR B2/C1).

Responsibilities

• Review translated exam papers and course content in French for accuracy.
• Act as a consultant for wine-related topics and terminology.
• Collaborate with content creators and teams for technical accuracy.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Attention to detail

Knowledge of wine terminology

Experience with CAT tools

Education

Professional translation qualification

WSET Level 2 in Wines or equivalent

Tools

XTM or other translation-assisted software

Job description

WSETs purpose is to empower people through inspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer a comprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications covering wines, spirits and sake.

We are the world’s leading provider of qualifications in wines, spirits and sake, delivering over 140,000 exams each year to candidates in over 70 countries via our network of Approved Programme Providers (APPs).

The successful applicant will contribute to a culture of integrity, empowerment, dynamism and inclusivity within WSET.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and knowledgeable French linguist – a language professional with subject‑matter expertise in wine – to ensure accurate and high‑quality translation of educational content. The candidate must be fluent in English and French and will join our team on a freelance basis. The role involves reviewing translations, proofreading and copy‑editing for accuracy, fluency and clarity, and ensuring the precision of primarily wine‑related but also beer and spirits‑related content terminology and translation memory.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Review and Quality Assurance: Review translated exam papers and course content in French to ensure accuracy and adherence to industry and professional standards; verify correct usage of terminology and industry language; ensure the final translation is of high quality, meets industry expectations and is free from technical inaccuracies.
• Wine Knowledge Consultation: Act as a consultant to provide insights and guidance on wine‑related topics and terminology in the target language(s); assist the localisation team with linguistic queries throughout the project localisation process.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with content creators and other teams to ensure technical accuracy in wine‑related materials in the target language(s); work with WSET’s localisation team, other linguists and technical editors to discuss and establish translations for key terminology.

Requirements

• Professional translation qualification or demonstrable experience as a professional translator / linguist / language specialist.
• Experience with CAT tools or any translation‑assisted software (XTM preferred).
• WSET Level 2 in Wines or equivalent certificate; Level 3 in Wines or equivalent highly preferred.
• Proven expertise in content review and editorial processes.
• Native French; good command of English at CEFR B2 / C1 level or equivalent.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a multicultural or multilingual environment.
• Familiarity with printed and digital content creation tools or platforms.
• A keen interest in wine education and advancing global wine knowledge.
• Previous experience in teaching, training or educational roles in the wine industry desirable.