Arabic Translator Job

Welocalize rfp@welocalize.com Arabic Senior Linguist  Milano Da remoto

Persone che puoi contattare Javier Campos   2° Senior Manager, Global Talent Acquisition - Corporate at Welocalize Autore dell’offerta di lavoro

Informazioni sull’offerta di lavoro The Arabic Senior Linguist is responsible for the overall quality of their language at an account level. This role involves managing translation and copy-editing tasks, ensuring high-quality linguistic deliverables for assigned projects or accounts.

Responsibilities include coordinating with freelancers and agencies, maintaining language resources, resolving terminology queries, and collaborating with clients and internal teams to enhance workflow efficiency. The position also supports broader team efforts through editing, error arbitration, and active participation in quality initiatives.

Responsibilities Performing lead linguist tasks on assigned accounts Performing copy-edit and translation tasks on assigned projects or accounts Taking ownership of deliveries that were translated internally or by external partners for one or more accounts into Arabic Preparing, managing and maintaining language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, work instructions) up to the quality standards and up to date as required by the account or project Managing project-related queries

Educational Level University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating)

Experience and Skills Fluent in English, both written and spoken Native fluency in Arabic (all Arabic-speaking countries) 8+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing 5+ years of review experience Thorough understanding of the localization process Excellent knowledge of terminology used various subject matters Subject-matter expert within company for assigned content specialties, service lines and processes Excellent user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback Ability to coordinate internal and external translators Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge Ability to work with tight deadlines Excellent problem solving skills Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, linguists Ability, willingness and experience in communicating with customers at various levels Ability to work in a virtual team