Flexible Freelance Japanese Interpreter - Face-to-Face & Remote

Premium Linguistic Services; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunities

Qualifications not essential

Growing UK network

Job summary

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is seeking freelance interpreters fluent in English and Japanese to provide face‑to‑face interpretation in Glasgow and surrounding areas. You will attend in-person appointments, ensuring accurate and impartial communication while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

The role offers flexible freelance assignments with opportunities across a variety of settings.

Qualifications

• A formal interpreting qualification is not required.
• We welcome both qualified and non-qualified applicants. Previous interpreting experience or a relevant qualification is an advantage, but it is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, accurate and impartial interpretation.
• Attend Face-to-Face assignments at agreed locations and times.
• Convey the meaning and tone of conversations as accurately as possible.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Remain impartial and maintain professional boundaries.
• Communicate respectfully with everyone involved.
• Be punctual, reliable and prepared for assignments.
• Remain calm and professional, including during sensitive situations.
• Maintain a high standard of professional conduct.

Skills

Bilingual English & Target language

Active listening

Verbal communication

Confident communicator

Confidentiality & impartiality

Punctual & reliable

Willing to travel locally

Right to Work in the UK

DBS check (certificate)

Education

No formal interpreting qualification required

Job description

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is seeking freelance interpreters fluent in English and Japanese to provide face‑to‑face interpretation in Glasgow and surrounding areas. You will attend in-person appointments, ensuring accurate and impartial communication while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

The role offers flexible freelance assignments with opportunities across a variety of settings.