Irish Gaelic Linguist

hace 2 meses


Madrid, Madrid, España Welocalize A tiempo completo
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Gaelic Linguist to join our team at Welocalize, a leading provider of global content transformation services. As a Gaelic Linguist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of our clients' content in the Gaelic language.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform quality control tasks on assigned accounts/projects to ensure high-quality Gaelic translations and adaptations.
  • Conduct on-demand translation tasks on assigned projects/accounts, meeting tight deadlines and quality standards.
  • Perform linguistic adaptation tasks into English (en-GB) for various clients.
  • Lead support on assigned projects/accounts, providing expert guidance and ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Manage and maintain language materials, including glossaries, style guides, and work instructions, to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Respond to project-related queries and ensure effective communication among team members.
  • Test and qualify new freelancers and vendors as required, ensuring they meet our quality standards.
  • Develop and train internal linguists and freelancers on new processes and best practices.
  • Interact with clients on linguistic matters, providing expert advice and support.
  • Participate in the development of new and improved working processes to enhance our services.
Requirements
  • University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience in translation/localization, with a focus on Gaelic languages.
  • Native fluency in Gaelic and English.
  • Thorough understanding of the localization process and its complexities.
  • Excellent user experience with standard software, such as Windows and Office applications.
  • Good user experience with CAT tools, such as XTM, SDL Studio, and issue tracking/query management tools, such as JIRA.
  • Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly.