About the job
Are you a skilled Somali interpreter seeking exciting opportunities in Manchester? Join our team at Language Empire, where we value flexibility and competitive pay!
We are actively seeking freelance Somali interpreters based in Manchester to collaborate with a diverse range of clients, including the NHS, local authorities, police, probation services, and various public and private organizations.
Founded in 2001, Language Empire has been a trusted provider of professional interpreting and translation services throughout the UK for over 20 years, working with hundreds of languages and dialects. If you have proficiency in Somali and another language, and are passionate about contributing to fields such as politics, business, healthcare, and public service, we want to hear from you!
We are currently hiring for:
- Face-to-Face Interpreters
- Telephone Interpreters
- Video Interpreters
- Translators
Please note: This is a self-employed position.
The Role:
As an interpreter, your role will entail accurately listening, understanding, and memorizing content in the source language, then translating it into the target language with precision.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing interpretation services for clients requiring legal, health, and local government support
- Ensuring non-English speakers comprehend the information after each segment
- Engaging in conference, consecutive, and public service interpreting
- Handling highly confidential information with discretion
- Facilitating communication between service users and providers
Requirements:
- Fluency in English and Somali (or another language)
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
- Minimum age of 21
- Formal qualifications such as:
- Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI)
- Community Interpreting
- NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registration is advantageous
- Degree in Translation/Interpreting/Languages
- Any other relevant interpreting qualifications
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours tailored to your availability
- Opportunity to work from home
- Independence as your own boss
- Ongoing support from our dedicated in-house team
- Continuous professional development opportunities
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