Freelance Japanese Interpreter-London

Premium Linguistic Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunities

Work remotely

Telephone and video opportunities

Qualifications not essential

Growing UK network

Job summary

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is seeking freelance interpreters for Face-to-Face assignments in London and surrounding areas. You will interpret English and a target language with accuracy, professionalism and impartiality. Applicants may have strong language skills and communications abilities; no formal interpreting qualification is required.

Availability to travel locally and hold Right to Work in the UK are important. DBS may be required before assignments.

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

Fluent English

Target language

Listening skills

Verbal communication

Communication accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Travel willingness

Right to Work in UK

Education

No formal qualification required

Job description

Freelance Japanese Interpreter-London

Department: Recruitment

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: London

Compensation: £13.00 - £20.00 / hour

Description

Face-to-Face | Flexible Freelance Opportunities

Do you speak English and Japanese?

Are you a confident communicator who enjoys helping people understand and be understood?

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is looking for friendly, reliable and professional freelance interpreters to provide Face-to-Face interpreting services in Tower Hamlets/London and surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced interpreter or looking to use your language skills professionally, we would be delighted to hear from you.

No formal interpreting qualification? You can still apply.

As a Freelance Face-to-Face Interpreter, you will help bridge language barriers by enabling clear communication between people who do not share the same language.

You will attend appointments in person and interpret conversations accurately, clearly and impartially.

Assignments may take place in a variety of professional and community settings, giving you the opportunity to meet different people and use your language skills where they are genuinely needed.

This is a flexible freelance role, so you can accept assignments based on your availability.

Key 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, Knowledge and Expertise

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.

If you have strong language and communication skills and are interested in working as a professional interpreter, we encourage you to apply.

• Are fluent in English and Target language
• Have strong listening and verbal communication skills
• Can process and communicate information accurately
• Are confident communicating with people from different backgrounds
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and impartiality
• Are reliable, professional and punctual
• Can remain calm and focused in different situations
• Are willing and able to travel locally for assignments
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold a valid DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one – a valid DBS is mandatory and must be in place before undertaking any assignments with PLS.

Benefits

• Flexible freelance opportunities – accept assignments based on your availability
• Work remotely – provide interpreting services without travelling to assignment locations
• Telephone and video opportunities – support communication through different remote channels
• Qualifications are not essential – relevant experience and qualifications are welcomed but are not mandatory
• Growing UK network – become part of our network of freelance interpreters

If you have strong language skills, enjoy helping people communicate and are looking for flexible remote interpreting opportunities, we would love to hear from you.