Freelance Proofreader_en-US into Irish (Ireland)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of language solutions by becoming a freelance Proofreader specializing in legal and technical texts. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality translations from English to Irish, requiring excellent language skills and attention to detail. Opportunities for ongoing work based on performance and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Degree in Translation or equivalent with significant training.
• 2+ years of translation experience with a college degree or 5+ years without.
• Must agree to confidentiality and complete skill tests.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading legal and technical translations from English to Irish.
• Maintaining standards for spelling and grammar under deadlines.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Specialization in Legal and Technical fields

Attention to detail

Professionalism under tight deadlines

Education

Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies

Certificate of competence in translation

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Freelance Proofreader_en-US into Irish (Ireland), bedford

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Client:

TransPerfect

Location:

bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join the TransPerfect global network and become part of the world's leading provider of language and technology solutions. We are currently seeking skilled linguists for long-term freelance opportunities as Proofreaders specializing in legal and technical translations from [en-US] into [Irish (Ireland)].

Role: Proofreader

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills in [en-US] to [Irish (Ireland)].
• Specialization in Legal and Technical fields.
• Exceptional attention to detail, spelling, and grammar.
• Ability to maintain professionalism under tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet ONE of the following):

• A degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies, OR an equivalent degree with significant translation training from a recognized institution.
• 2 years of translation experience plus a college degree.
• 5 years of translation experience (no degree required).
• A certificate of competence in translation issued by an appropriate government body.

Additional Requirements:

• Agreement to confidentiality terms.
• Successful completion of required skill evaluation tests.
• Completion of onboarding modules.

CV Requirements: In your CV, please include:

a) Your relevant Translation, MTPE, and Proofreading experience.

b) Your proposed best rate:

• Proofreading: Per source word (USD).

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