Cantonese Interpreter Malasia

ContactLink Solutions; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing language services company seeks a remote Cantonese Interpreter to facilitate communication between Cantonese and English speakers. The ideal candidate should have fluency in both languages, excellent listening and note-taking skills, and at least 2 years of interpretation experience. The role requires a suitable home office setup to ensure a professional interpretation environment with ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and competency opportunities

Monthly payments

Per minute rate compensation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in English and Cantonese at a bilingual/native level.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between Cantonese and English speakers.
• Ensure accurate interpretation following established protocols.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in communication.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Cantonese

Listening skills

Note taking skills

Cultural explanation

Job description

LANGUAGE: Cantonese Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between CANTONESE and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and CANTONESE
• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client.

Technical & VRI Requirements:

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection

• At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
• Webcam
• Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green.

Additional information:

• Proficiency/Bilingual/Native level of English and target language.
• Remote position, interpreter works from his/her home office
• Ongoing training and competency opportunities
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate

• **Based on your location, language testing, background check and/or drug screen may be required**