Japanese into English - Patent Translators

RWS Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled linguists specializing in Japanese and English for freelance collaboration. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patent translations, particularly in chemistry and mechanical fields. Candidates should possess a relevant university degree and experience with CAT tools, especially Trados Studio. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to top-tier intellectual property services. This is an excellent opportunity for those committed to quality and effective communication in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Ongoing feedback on work

Work from home flexibility

Collaboration with industry leaders

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in patent translations required.
• Native-level proficiency in English and Japanese is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality translations for leading technology brands.
• Maintain excellent communication with the team.

Skills

Native-level proficiency in English

Native-level proficiency in Japanese

Excellent communication skills

Experience in patent translations

Education

University degree in engineering

Degree in translation

Tools

CAT tools

Trados Studio

Job description

RWS is seeking JAEN linguists to join our freelance database and build a long-term working relationship by delivering high quality translations for the world’s leading technology brands.

We are recruiting mostly for the chemistry and mechanical fields but welcome any other areas of expertise within Intellectual Property. If you have experience in patent translations, with a commitment to deliver the highest quality and maintain excellent communication with our team, this opportunity is for you.

Job Type: Freelance Collaboration

Requirements:

1. Native-level proficiency in English and Japanese
2. University degree in an engineering discipline and/or a degree in translation
3. Minimum of 2 years experience in patent translations
4. Ability to work with CAT tools and offer MTPE (Trados Studio essential)

Our offer:

1. Ongoing feedback on your work to maintain the highest quality
2. Working with the world’s number one Intellectual Property services company
3. Remote, work from home

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. 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.

Thank you very much for your interest.

For any questions related to recruitment, please do not hesitate to contact.