Russian-English Translator & Editor

ICS-digital; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Birthdays off work

Work abroad policy

Pension scheme (matched up to 7%)

Private healthcare

Job summary

ICS-digital is seeking a RU-EN Translator and Editor to translate, edit and proofread content from Russian to English across iGaming and other regulated materials. You will work with a diverse team to ensure high-quality output and linguistic accuracy.

In this permanent, full-time role (37.5h/wk), you’ll join a hybrid setup with at least one day in the Leeds office, though remote UK-based candidates are considered. English native with strong Russian required.

Qualifications

• Native-level English with advanced Russian
• Qualified translator with degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Familiarity with CAT tools, especially memoQ

Responsibilities

• Translate, edit, and proofread content from Russian to English
• Handle content in regulated industries (iGaming)
• Complete linguistic quality assessments of translation samples
• Provide constructive feedback to freelance collaborators
• Flag issues in source texts and liaise with clients
• Reconcile edits with fellow linguists in the workflow
• Communicate proactively with Project and Senior Managers

Skills

Russian to English translation

Editing

Proofreading

MemoQ

Localization tools

Education

Translation or language-related degree

Two years full-time translation experience

Five years translation experience

Tools

memoQ

Localization software

Job description

As a RU-EN Translator and Editor , you'll play a key role in translating, editing and proofreading content from Russian into English across a variety of text types. You'll work alongside a diverse team of language enthusiasts, taking pride in producing content of the highest quality. We specialise in highly regulated markets, and the content will almost exclusively be focused towards iGaming (online casino and sports betting).

The role:

Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 depending on experience Hybrid working (minimum of 1 day per week in the office), but we are also accepting applications for remote UK-based candidates

• Translating, editing, and proofreading content from Russian to English
• Handling content in highly regulated industries (iGaming)
• Completing linguistic quality assessments of translation samples
• Providing constructive and professional feedback to freelance collaborators, helping to facilitate continuous improvement
• Assessing source texts, using linguistic expertise to flag any issues
• Verifying and finalising task scope, liaising directly with clients where required
• Directly reconciling edits with other linguists in the workflow
• Proactive communication with Project and Senior Managers, ensuring visibility across all tasks

Requirements:

• Native-level English speaker with an advanced knowledge of Russian
• Qualified translator, by meeting one of the below criteria: Translation or language-related degree Degree in any subject and two years of full-time professional translation experience Five years of full-time professional experience in translating
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills, assuring reliability in task ownership in a fast-paced environment
• Familiar with CAT tools, including memoQ and other localisation software
• Receptive to receiving and acting upon constructive feedback
• Ability to organise and manage a number of time-sensitive linguistic tasks

What we offer:

• 33 days annual leave
• Birthdays off work
• Work abroad policy
• Competitive pension scheme (matched contributions up to 7%)
• Industry-leading family policies
• Hybrid, flexible working
• Life assurance and private healthcare
• Regular team socials
• Weekly breakfasts catered to all

We appreciate that employing people with a broad range of life experiences and ways of thinking adds value to our organisation.

If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments that will help you to perform at your best and be happy in the workplace, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, so unfortunately IC is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We welcome applications from anyone who has the right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship. This includes individuals with time-limited permission to work, such as those on Graduate or dependant visas. You do not need to have permanent residency o