Associate Language Specialist - Cape Town

RWS Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global language services provider is seeking a full-time Associate Language Specialist in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will be proficient in English and one of South Africa’s official languages, with experience in localisation or translation. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality language solutions to clients, requiring strong IT skills and attention to detail. Applicants should be adaptable, culturally aware, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity

Qualifications

• Proficient in English and one of South Africa’s official languages.
• Post-graduate qualification in translation/interpretation or related field.
• Experience in the localisation or translation industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality language solutions to clients.
• Coordinate projects within the localisation or translation industry.

Skills

Proficient in English

Knowledge of South Africa’s official languages

Good IT/Computing skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Cultural awareness

Education

Post-graduate qualification in translation/interpretation

Tools

Translation management tools (CAT)

Job description

Job Purpose

A full-time Associate Language Specialist, preferably based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town and best suited to a person who is proficient in English and one of South Africa’s official languages. The role is essential to our commitment to delivering high-quality language solutions to our clients.

Job Overview

About RWS Language Services Division

Recognised as the world’s largest Language Service Provider – helps customers to create, translate, and deliver content across 250+ languages. Our global team of linguists, project managers, subject matter experts and localisation professionals work closely with customers to ensure their communications and multilingual content is compelling, accurate and consistent.

Experience:

• A post-graduate qualification in translation/interpretation or equivalent in Business, English, Foreign Language, Social or Applied Sciences, or other related field.
• Hands-on experience coordinating projects within the localisation or translation industry.

Skills:

• Good IT/Computing skills, including experience with translation management tools (CAT, or Computer Aided Translation tools).
• Excellent administration skills, i.e., managing projects, costs and reconciling projects, Translation Memory updates and folder structure maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to prioritise and coordinate competing work demands and maintain composure under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills of written and verbal English.
• Ability to resolve customer service and production issues in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Quality focus and detail oriented.
• An understanding of industry-specific terminology and subject matter expertise is highly advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to maintaining quality standards.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to linguistic and cultural differences.
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Our purpose is to unlock global understanding. This means our work fundamentally recognizes the value of every language and culture. So, we celebrate difference, we are inclusive and believe that diversity makes us strong. We want every employee to grow as an individual and excel in their career.

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