Remote Russian-English Interpreter (Anywhere in Continental Portugal)

Cross Border Talents; Lisboa; Remote; EUR 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day one

Paid public holidays or compensation days

Meal allowance of approx. EUR 154 net/month

Extra payment for nights/holidays/Sund

Paid public holidays or compensation

Job summary

A multilingual service provider is seeking a remote Russian-English Interpreter to facilitate communication in critical sectors like healthcare and legal services. Applicants must be fluent in Russian (C2) and have strong English skills (C1). This full-time position includes 24/7 shifts, a compensated training program, and benefits like health insurance and meal allowances. Successful candidates will support sensitive conversations and provide professional interpretation via phone and video channels.

Qualifications

• C2 minimum fluency in spoken and written Russian.
• C1 minimum command of English in speaking and writing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Residence within continental Portugal.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time consecutive interpretation in Russian and English.
• Support communication in healthcare, legal, and insurance sectors.
• Work effectively with remote technology in a virtual setting.
• Handle calls with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
• Work effectively with remote technology in a virtual setting.

Skills

Fluent in Russian

Fluent in English

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Remote Russian-English Interpreter (Anywhere in Continental Portugal)

Job Openings Remote Russian-English Interpreter (Anywhere in Continental Portugal)

About the job

Are you passionate about bridging language barriers and facilitating clear communication in critical fields such as healthcare, legal, and insurance services? We are looking for fluent Russian and English speakers to join a remote interpreting team supporting sensitive and technical conversations across various industries.

As a Russian and English Interpreter, you will provide professional interpretation via phone and video channels. Your role is vital in ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive communication between Russian-speaking individuals and English-speaking professionals. This is a 24/7 rotational shift position requiring C1 proficiency in English and C2+ fluency in spoken and written Russian.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time consecutive interpretation in Russian and English
• Support communication in sectors including healthcare, legal, and insurance
• Accurately convey meaning, tone, and context in both languages
• Handle calls with professionalism and cultural sensitivity
• Work effectively with remote technology in a virtual setting

Training Program

• Duration: 3 weeks, full-time (Monday to Friday)
• Language: Conducted in English
• Topics covered include interpretation standards, client protocols, software use, and industry-specific terminology
• Successful completion leads to an employment contract
• Training is compensated

Job Type and Work Conditions

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Rotating 8-hour shifts (24/7 operation), includes weekends and nights
• Remote work from anywhere in continental Portugal
• Equipment provided: Mini PC, monitor, headset, webcam, keyboard, mouse, and accessories
• Stable wired internet connection required (no Wi‑Fi allowed)

Requirements

• Fluency in spoken and written Russian (C2 minimum)
• Excellent command of English (C1 minimum) in speaking and writing
• High-speed internet connection via Ethernet (minimum 12 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays
• Residence anywhere within continental Portugal
• Valid EU ID or a Portuguese residence permit or a temporary protection certificate

Compensation Package

• Competitive monthly salary
• Extra payment for working night hours, public holidays and Sundays
• Meal allowance of approx. EUR 154 net/month paid in a meal card (accepted at supermarkets and restaurants)

Additional Benefits

• Health insurance from day one
• Paid Portuguese public holidays or compensation days off
• 22 days of paid vacation per year (pro-rated in the first year)