Freelance Translator

RetailHub Sourcing; Lisboa; Remote; EUR 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

RetailHub Sourcing is seeking a Freelance Translator to convert documents from English to Portuguese with high accuracy and cultural nuance. You will work as an independent contractor in Lisbon, coordinating with clients to ensure tone and meaning are preserved.

The role emphasizes self-management, timely delivery, and discretion in handling sensitive material. The position offers a competitive monthly salary of $1700 and accommodation in Lisbon.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in English and Portuguese.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a translator; freelance preferred.
• Strong grammar, punctuation, spelling, and cultural references.
• Excellent time-management and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with translation software (CAT tools) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Translation/Interpretation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate written materials accurately and efficiently from one language to another.
• Ensure translations retain meaning and tone of the original text.
• Research technical terminology and industry jargon.
• Proofread and edit translations for accuracy and style.
• Collaborate with clients or project managers for clarification.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of translated materials.

Skills

Native language proficiency

Time management

Independent work

CAT tools experience

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Translation/Interpretation

Tools

CAT tools

Job description

Freelance Translator

As a Freelance Translator, you will be responsible for translating written documents from one language to another. This will require a deep understanding of both the source and target languages, as well as cultural nuances and context. Your role will be crucial in ensuring accurate and effective communication between individuals or organizations speaking different languages.

Responsibilities

• Translate written materials accurately and efficiently from one language to another
• Ensure that translated materials retain the intended meaning and tone of the original text
• Conduct thorough research to understand technical terminology and industry-specific jargon
• Proofread and edit translated materials for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Collaborate with clients or project managers to clarify any unclear information or requests
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of all translated materials

Requirements

• Native or near-native proficiency in both the source and target languages (e.g. English to Portuguese)
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a translator, preferably in a freelance capacity
• Strong knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, idiomatic expressions, and cultural references in both languages
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in using translation software (e.g. CAT tools) is preferred but not required
• Bachelor's degree in Translation/Interpretation or related field is preferred but not required

Salary: We offer a competitive salary of $1700 per month. In addition, we provide accommodation in the beautiful city of Lisbon.