Arabic Linguist

We are currently seeking an Arabic Linguist (focusing on marketing/retail vertical) to join our Dubai office.

Associate Linguists prioritize linguistic tasks for various types of documents depending on Production needs and in accordance with their subject matter expertise. Their linguistic skills are certified as part of the hiring process

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  Understand TransPerfect’s quality standards and ensure they are upheld to meet client expectatio
• nsTake part in and pass all trainings required for Associate Linguists, including but not limited to their subject matter certification, tech tools, TPT production processes, and Quality Assurance process
• esEasily navigate among company resources, including but not limited to, Confluence, Launchpad, technology, et
• c.Perform all linguistic tasks according to project specifications, including but not limited to project instructions, reference materials, language assets (translation memory, glossary, style guide, etc
• .)Follow internal and client processes on all projec
• tsWork under close supervision of the Team Lead/a more senior member of the te
• amAchieve quality and efficiency targets as set by manager/supervis
• orComplete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervis

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REQUIREMEN

• TS Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English in addition to Ara
• bicCultural knowledge in both Arabic and Engl
• ishBe flexible with changes of priorities and adaptive to a fast-paced work environment, including being open to align with Production and team needs and urgenc
• iesFlexibility and adaptability to the different assignments and tasks using the relevant skills and tools in each case (accuracy, creativity, terminology adequacy, et
• c.)Ability to effectively multitask in order to simultaneously execute multiple proje
• ctsOrganizational skills, ability to prioritize, results-oriented, self-motiva
• tedAbility to maintain professionalism and focus under pressure and tight deadli
• nesProblem solving/critical thinking ski

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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICAT

• IONSMinimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and/or translation certifi
• cateMust have successfully passed the Internal Linguistic testing in line with TransPerfect’s TLC pro

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DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPER

• IENCEPrior translation/proofreading/copywriting/etc. industry industry exper
• ienceCAT tool compe
• tenceMS Office intermediate profic