Part-time Interpreter in Oslo, Norway

Horizon Financial Services; Oslo; On-site; NOK 115,000 - 147,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Horizon Financial Services in Oslo, Norway seeks a part-time interpreter to support client communications with real-time language conversion. You will interpret between English and another language, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to diverse contexts.

Candidates should be fluent in English and at least one additional language (Norwegian preferred), have interpreting experience, and be able to work under pressure. Visa for Norway is required and accommodations may be provided.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one other language (Norwegian preferred).
• Proven experience as an interpreter or related role.
• Excellent verbal communication in English and the other language(s).
• Strong understanding of different cultures and customs.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and think quickly.
• Familiarity with technical terms used in different industries is a plus.
• Must have own visa to work in Norway.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and events.
• Interpret accurately and efficiently between two or more languages.
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times.
• Ensure cultural sensitivity when interpreting for different clients.
• Understand the subject matter to provide accurate interpretation.
• Take notes and prepare written translations as needed.
• Clarify ambiguous statements or cultural nuances during interpretation.
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding interpretation methods.

Skills

Fluent English

Additional language skills

Interpreting experience

Cross-cultural communication

Calm under pressure

Tools

Industry terminology familiarity

Job description

Part-time Interpreter in Oslo, Norway

We are in need of a part‑time interpreter to join our team in Oslo, Norway. As an interpreter, you will be responsible for providing accurate and efficient interpretation services for our clients. Your main duties will include interpreting verbal communication from one language to another in real-time, maintaining confidentiality and impartiality, and ensuring cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and events
• Interpret accurately and efficiently between two or more languages
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times
• Ensure cultural sensitivity when interpreting for different clients
• Understand the subject matter being discussed to provide accurate interpretation
• Take notes and prepare written translations as needed
• Clarify any ambiguous statements or cultural nuances during interpretation
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding interpretation methods

Requirements

• Fluency in English and at least one other language (Norwegian is preferred)
• Proven experience as an interpreter or related role
• Excellent verbal communication skills in both English and the other language(s)
• Strong understanding of different cultures and customs
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and think quickly on your feet
• Familiarity with technical terms used in different industries is a plus
• Must have own visa to work in Norway

This is a part‑time position with flexible hours. We offer competitive compensation of 1200$ per month, as well as accommodation options if needed.

*Note: This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements but a general description of the job. Management reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.