Freelance Russian Interpreter & Translator (Remote/On-site)

SILA Linguists; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance work

Remote & on-site assignments

Professional development

Support from operations team

Diverse sector exposure

Job summary

SILA Linguists is seeking freelance Russian interpreters and translators for legal, healthcare, business and public service assignments across the UK. Language specialists may handle immigration interviews, courts, NHS appointments, and corporate documents.

Applicants should be native or near-native in Russian and English, hold a recognised interpreting or translation qualification, and have a confidential space and reliable internet for remote work. DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Russian and English, spoken and written.
• A recognised interpreting or translation qualification such as the DPSI or DPI.
• Ukrainian or another regional language is an advantage, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for Russian speakers from a range of countries, staying neutral and impartial at all times.
• Translate or transcribe documents as needed, including legal or official material.
• Interpret accurately and impartially, following professional codes of conduct and confidentiality.
• Research subject-specific vocabulary before assignments, especially medical and legal bookings.
• Attend video and telephone assignments from a private space with reliable connection.
• Handle transcription and translation of audio/video recordings if you have the skills.

Skills

Russian fluency

English fluency

Interpreting qualification

DBS check

Education

DPSI or DPI qualification

Job description

SILA Linguists is seeking freelance Russian interpreters and translators for legal, healthcare, business and public service assignments across the UK. Language specialists may handle immigration interviews, courts, NHS appointments, and corporate documents.

Applicants should be native or near-native in Russian and English, hold a recognised interpreting or translation qualification, and have a confidential space and reliable internet for remote work. DBS check may be required.