Remote Freelance Translator - Bahasa Indonesia & English Jobs

Mashreq Bank; Indonesia; Remote; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Part time

Job summary

A leading freelance platform is seeking experienced Freelance Translators fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and English. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work and choose your hours while translating diverse content types. Candidates should have strong attention to detail and at least 1-2 years of professional experience. The role offers competitive pay per project and opportunities to work with global clients.

Benefits

100% remote work

Flexible workload

Competitive pay

Long-term freelance opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with business and marketing document translation.
• Minimum 1-2 years of professional translation experience.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Translate written materials from Bahasa Indonesia to English and vice versa.
• Conduct thorough proofreading and editing to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with project managers for feedback.

Skills

Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and English

Attention to detail

Strong cross-cultural communication

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Familiarity with SEO content practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Translation, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SDL Trados

MemoQ

Job description

Job Summary

The Elite Job is currently seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Freelance Translators fluent in both Bahasa Indonesia and English to join our growing network of global language professionals. As a freelance translator, you will be responsible for converting a variety of content types—ranging from business documents to digital marketing content—while maintaining accuracy, tone, and cultural relevance. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated language professionals seeking flexible, remote work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate written materials from Bahasa Indonesia to English and vice versa.

• Maintain the original meaning, style, and tone of source documents.

• Conduct thorough proofreading and editing to ensure quality and grammatical accuracy.

• Localize content for cultural appropriateness and linguistic accuracy.

• Collaborate with project managers and editors for feedback and revisions.

• Meet tight deadlines while maintaining high translation quality.

• Use CAT tools, glossaries, and translation memories where applicable.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Fluency in both Bahasa Indonesia and English (written and spoken).

• Excellent understanding of grammar, syntax, and cultural nuances in both languages.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Ability to manage multiple translation tasks with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and translation tools (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ, or similar).

• Bachelors degree in Linguistics, Translation, English, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory).

Experience

• Minimum 1–2 years of professional translation experience (freelance or in-house).

• Experience translating for industries such as technology, legal, medical, marketing, or e-commerce is a plus.

Working Hours

• Flexible schedule: You choose your own hours.

• Projects are assigned based on availability and expertise.

• Deadlines will vary by assignment; timely delivery is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong cross-cultural communication and localization skills.

• Ability to adapt writing styles depending on the content type and target audience.

• Familiarity with SEO content practices is advantageous.

• Capable of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information.

Benefits

• 100% Remote – work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.

• Competitive pay per project with timely payments.

• Flexible workload – take on as many or as few projects as you prefer.

• Opportunity to work with global clients and industries.

• Gain experience with top translation tools and platforms.

• Long-term freelance opportunities available based on performance.

Why Join The Elite Job

At The Elite Job, we are committed to connecting exceptional freelancers with global opportunities. Our freelance translators enjoy flexible hours, remote convenience, and a consistent stream of projects. You will work with a professional and supportive team that values quality, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you are building a freelance career or expanding your language service portfolio, we provide the platform and support you need to thrive.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about languages and have a talent for translation, we would love to hear from you! Please submit:

• An updated resume/CV

• A brief cover letter outlining your experience and language expertise

• Translation samples (if available)

• Your expected rate per word or per project

Apply directly via [insert application link or email address here], and our recruitment team will be in touch shortly.