VACANCY

Translator/editor/copywriter required


Duties would include:

  • writing copy on the basis of interviews
  • editing documents
  • translating and 'shaping' basic translations
  • occasionally attending and reporting on client conferences (mainly abroad, 1-2 times a year for 2-3 days)
  • performing all associated administrative tasks

60-120 hours per month, starting salary €1350-2700 plus holiday allowance (8%) and 13th month. After 6 months, salary review and the possibility to work full-time (150 hours) plus performance-related bonuses (based on quality & quantity). Notice period: one month.

Following an initial induction period of 2-3 days at CPLS in Zoetermeer, work will be home-based (with 1x per month in Zoetermeer).

Requirements:

  • Native speaker fluency and language 'feel': English (and Dutch would be a plus)
  • Affinity with technology sector, especially software, science and 'smart'
  • Degree-level background, language/translation related and/or business communication, culture, journalism, technology
  • 'Character' is as important as 'competence' but competence is essential
  • Ability to work independently but within a common approach
  • Initiative and innovation welcome
  • While there is no preference in terms of age, gender, persuasion, etc., this is a position that would suit someone with a flexible mindset and who is adept, capable and inquisitive
  • Familiarity with the normal text processing programs

Start date: from 30 September.

Letter of application, including CV and photo, to info@cplstext.nl, citing reference 'job application'