The Linguistic Specialist is a key player at TransPerfect, whose mastery of a particular language will allow them to provide written translation and proofreading services within the Life Sciences field. The Linguistic Specialist will be responsible for all aspects regarding quality production within certain language/geographic regions.
Description:
Understand TransPerfect’s quality standards and make sure that they are upheld to meet client expectations
Translate and proofread various types of documents (based on subject matter expertise)
Edit translation jobs completed by freelance translators
Ensure translated documents mirror the original source document
Maintain databases and use translation memories
Approve/reject client changes to delivered files
Properly utilize all appropriate supplemental materials (refer to client PAQ, reference materials, translation/interpretation glossaries, etc.), making sure they are consistent throughout jobs
Efficiently maintain formal disciplined operational procedures across a variety of client projects
Track project-specific non-conformances and their resolutions
Provide feedback to Project Managers regarding project-specific non-conformances, their resolutions, and quality of the deliverable
Be responsible for any errors/omissions associated with a project in which the Linguistic Specialist is involved
Juggle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with Project Managers
Be flexible with changes of priorities
Complete any other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by a manager/supervisor
Required skills and experience:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the Korean (native level) as well as full proficiency in English
Experience translating or editing documents
Experience interpreting both into and from a specified language pair
Exceptional problem solving skills
Satisfactory results on company tests
Minimum passing grade (subject to individual language) on appropriate foreign language tests, as applicable
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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For over 20 years, TransPerfect has provided comprehensive language and technology solutions to help our clients communicate and conduct business more effectively in a global marketplace. Equipped with a quality management system certified to both the ISO 9001:2008 and EN 15038:2006 standards, TransPerfect provides a full array of language and business support services, including translation, interpretation, multicultural marketing, website globalization, subtitling, voiceovers, staffing services, multicultural marketing, training and learning, and legal support services. TransPerfect also offers a suite of cutting edge technologies that significantly reduce costs and improve consistency throughout the translation process, making TransPerfect the vendor of choice for the world's leading multinationals. With annual revenues of over $470 million, TransPerfect is the world's largest privately held provider of language services and technology solutions. From offices in more than 85 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 170+ languages to clients worldwide. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and EN 15038 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. TransPerfect offers a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time-off, company sponsored life insurance, short term and long term disability, flexible spending account options, and a pro-active and accessible HR department that focuses on the staff's health and happiness.