Korean Interpreter

LG Sinar Mas (LGSM); Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 200,880,000 - 301,320,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Sinarmas Technoloy Solutions (LG Sinar Mas) seeks a skilled Korean Interpreter to bridge Korean, Indonesian, and English teams within a dynamic IT environment.

The role emphasizes real-time interpretation in meetings and the translation of technical documentation, with emphasis on IT terminology and cross-cultural communication. Banking/financial services and Smart Factory experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Korean with TOPIK Level 5 or higher.
• Prior experience as an interpreter in the IT industry.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to convey technical terminology related to IT systems and software.
• Experience in banking/financial services or Smart Factory is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation (Korean English or Korean Bahasa Indonesia) in meetings, presentations, and technical discussions.
• Translate written documents such as emails, reports, and technical specifications.
• Support communication between Korean stakeholders and project teams.
• Facilitate cross-cultural understanding and help align business and technical expectations.
• Ensure accuracy and context in translation to prevent misunderstandings, especially in technical or financial content.

Skills

Korean language

TOPIK 5+

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Degree in Korean Language or Translation

Degree in Information Technology

Job description

LG Sinarmas Technoloy Solutions (LG Sinar Mas) is a joint venture between LG CNS and Sinarmas (SM+) focuses on providing advanced IT solutions and services, including data centers, cloud migration, financial digital services, telecommunications, smart factory, smart city, and global delivery centers.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Korean Interpreter to support communication between Korean and local teams in a dynamic IT environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent linguistic ability, a deep understanding of Korean culture, and experience working in or supporting IT-related projects. Experience in the banking & manufacturing industries will be considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Provide real-time interpretation (Korean English or Korean Bahasa Indonesia) in meetings, presentations, and technical discussions.
• Translate written documents such as emails, reports, and technical specifications.
• Support communication between Korean stakeholders and project teams.
• Facilitate cross-cultural understanding and help align business and technical expectations.
• Ensure accuracy and context in translation to prevent misunderstandings, especially in technical or financial content.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Korean with TOPIK Level 5 or higher.
• Prior experience as an interpreter in the IT industry.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to understand and convey technical terminology related to IT systems and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Experience in the banking or financial services sector is a strong plus.
• Experience in the Smart Factory is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with IT project lifecycles, software development, or systems integration.
• Degree in Korean Language, Translation, Information Technology, or a related field.