German into English Patent Translator & Proofreader

RWS Group; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading language services provider in the UK is seeking freelance translators and proofreaders for patent translation projects. The ideal candidates will have native-level proficiency in English and German, a university degree in Chemistry or translation, and at least 2 years of experience in patent translation. This remote role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work with top technology brands. Join us to contribute to projects that drive global innovation while working from the comfort of your home.

Benefits

Ongoing feedback on work

Flexibility of working from home

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in patent translation.
• Solid experience in patent translation.
• Ability to work flexibly from anywhere.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing work with innovative technology brands.
• Contribute to impactful projects in patent translation.
• Deliver high-quality translations.

Skills

Native-level proficiency in English

Native-level proficiency in German

Experience in patent translation

Strong communication skills

Familiarity with CAT tools

Education

University degree in Chemistry or engineering discipline

Degree in translation

Tools

Trados Studio

Job description

Join Our Network of Patent Linguists | DE > EN

RWS is expanding its network of expert linguists for long-term collaboration on high-impact patent translation projects. We are currently seeking freelance translators and proofreaders to support ongoing work with some of the world’s most innovative technology brands.

We are particularly interested in linguists with subject‑matter expertise in Chemistry, though we also welcome professionals with experience in other technical patent domains.

At RWS, we partner with some of the most innovative companies in the world. This freelance opportunity allows you to contribute to impactful projects that support global innvation while working flexibly from anywhere.

If you have solid experience in patent translation, a passion for precision, and strong communication skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type

Freelance Collaboration.

Requirements

• Native‑level proficiency in English and German
• University degree in Chemistry or engineering discipline and/or a degree in translation
• At least 2 years of experience in patent translation
• Familiaritywith CAT tools, especially Trados Studio

Our offer

• Ongoing feedback on your work to maintain the highest quality
• Working with the world’s number one Intellectual Property services company
• Fully remote setup, enjoy the flexibility of working from home

About RWS

RWS Holdings plc is the world’s leading provider of technology‑enabled language, content management and Intellectual Property services. We help our customers to connect with and bring new ideas to people globally by communicating business critical content at scale and enabling the protection and realization of their innovations.

Our vision is to help organizations interact effectively with people anywhere in the world by solving their language, content and market access challenges through our collective global intelligence, deep expertise and smart technology.

Customers include 90 of the globe’s top 100 brands, the top 10 pharmaceutical companies and 18 of the top 20 patent filers worldwide. Our client base spans Europe, Asia Pacific, and North and South America across the technology, pharmaceutical, medical, legal, chemical, automotive, government and telecommunications sectors, which we serve from offices across five continents.

Founded in 1958, RWS is headquartered in the UK and publicly listed on AIM, the London Stock Exchange regulated market (RWS.L).

Application Process

Please apply to the opportunity with your CV in English language.

After CV review and pre‑selection, candidates will be asked to complete a translation test and due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be able to reply to the shortlisted candidates.

RWS embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunity, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. RWS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at RWS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, sex, age, disability or sexual orientation. RWS will not tolerate discrimination based on any of these characteristics.

Thank you very much for your interest.

For any questions related to recruitment, please do not hesitate to contact Maru Ballesteros ([e-mail])