Associate English Editor

RWS Group

2mo ago

Job
Full-time
Entry & Junior Level
Media & Journalism
Sheffield

AI generated summary

You need excellent English skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and ambition. A degree and Microsoft Office knowledge are essential, CAT tool knowledge is a plus.
You will review, adapt, and edit text in multiple languages, aiming to meet word targets and quality standards. Build linguistic and subject expertise while collaborating with team members and utilizing RWS tools effectively.

Requirements

Adherence to Language Delivery England processes and procedures
All-round target-only review, adaptation skills and other linguistic skills
KPIs around linguistic and general utilisation as defined by targets set
Quality standards as defined by targets set
Pro-activeness, enthusiasm and commitment to personal development
Active contribution to EN Editing Team & office performance as appropriate to career level
Personal Specification and Profile
Skills and Experience:
Degree-level education (BA + relevant experience)
Excellent, native-level English language/linguistics skills
Excellent attention to detail
Good written/verbal communication
Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ambition and a desire to learn and progress
Good Microsoft Office and Internet skills
Knowledge of industry computer-aided translation (CAT) tools would be an advantage (although full training would be provided)

Responsibilities

Target-only reviewing/adapting/editing a variety of text types from the relevant source languages into various flavours of English
Completing any other linguistic tasks as requested
Working to a basic target-only review metric of 2000 words per hour for simple languages and 1200 words per hour for complex languages
Working to a basic adaptation metric of 3000 words per hour
Achieving the specified KPI targets
Adhering to the appropriate quality standards for all tasks
Building the specialist linguistic knowledge required for certain task areas, and building specialist subject knowledge as appropriate, working towards independent expertise
Seeking out opportunities for greater involvement in all aspects of the day-to-day activities of the assigned EN Editing Team and providing support to the Translation Line Manager/Associate Translation Line Manager as appropriate
Using the relevant RWS tools & technology to optimum effect and adopting a proactive approach to learning about tools & technology
Proactively learning from all linguistic feedback provided and ensuring continuous personal growth
Ensuring effective verbal/written communication with other business units, internal team members and freelancers
Adhering to the appropriate RWS & Language Delivery England processes and procedures in all instances
Making an active contribution to the performance of the EN Editing Team in the first instance and the Language Delivery England department in a wider sense

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of an Associate English Editor?

An Associate English Editor is responsible for producing target-only reviews, adaptations, and other English-based work of the appropriate standard and to specified deadlines. They are also responsible for learning from feedback provided, finding proactive ways to utilize that feedback, and maintaining a professional, efficient, and customer-service-focused approach to all aspects of their role.

What is the primary goal of an Associate English Editor?

The primary goal of an Associate English Editor is to complete all assigned linguistic projects in the most efficient manner possible, in compliance with applicable processes and procedures. They aim to produce work of the appropriate quality standard to ensure client satisfaction and retention.

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Mission & Purpose

We are the world’s leading provider of technology-enabled language, content management and intellectual property services. We help our customers to connect with people globally by communicating business critical content at scale, and enabling the protection and realization of their ideas and innovations. We work with 90 of top 100 global brands, the top 10 pharmaceutical companies and 18 of the top 20 patent filers worldwide.