Remote Zulu Interpreter & Translator (Freelance)

SILA Linguists; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work by video/phone

On-site bookings available

Professional development opportunities

Operations support before/after tasks

Flexible assignment selection

Job summary

SILA Linguists is a freelance-friendly language services provider seeking an isiZulu interpreter and translator for UK assignments. Work spans healthcare, legal, immigration and business contexts, via video, telephone or in person.

Candidates should be native or near-native in isiZulu and English. An advantage is the DPSI/DPI or equivalent; DBS clearance may be required for sensitive work. Confidentiality and diverse register handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in isiZulu and English, spoken and written.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check for healthcare/education or with vulnerable people.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between English and isiZulu in medical, legal and business settings, adjusting register to the client.
• Translate isiZulu documents into English, such as birth certificates and medical reports.
• Produce accurate transcripts and translations of recorded speech.
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality on all assignments.

Skills

isiZulu

English

Education

DPSI or equivalent

Job description

SILA Linguists is a freelance-friendly language services provider seeking an isiZulu interpreter and translator for UK assignments. Work spans healthcare, legal, immigration and business contexts, via video, telephone or in person.

Candidates should be native or near-native in isiZulu and English. An advantage is the DPSI/DPI or equivalent; DBS clearance may be required for sensitive work. Confidentiality and diverse register handling are essential.