Italian-speaking Translator

Bern, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-80%

What you can contribute

• translate into Italian a wide range of complex texts, generally written in German and French and occasionally in English: scientific and legal documents, websites, press releases, campaigns, correspondence, software localisation, etc.
• revise texts translated internally and externally and ensure their quality, perform proofs, work in co-authoring
• undertake terminological work (e.g. in STAR TermStar)
• provide specialised advice (grammar, socio-linguistic issues, cultural transfer, etc.)
• carry out specific tasks: subtitle translation, transcreation, adaptation into easy-to-understand language
• collaborate in managing assignments and the progress of translation projects: clarifying assignments, preparing files, managing CAT tools, collaborating with clients and external translators

What makes you unique

• master’s degree in specialised translation or interpreting or equivalent training with professional experience
• high performance, quick-wittedness, ability to work independently and precisely, stress management, strong organisational and planning skills; structured and client-oriented work
• strong team spirit, ability to learn, initiative, flexibility, transparency, open-mindedness and systemic approach
• knowledge of domain-specific tools: assignment management systems, CAT tools, artificial intelligence, terminology management software, etc.
• basic knowledge of the Swiss political and healthcare systems
• active knowledge of two official languages and, if possible, passive knowledge of the third, and very good knowledge of English

In a few words

You are a native Italian speaker qualified to translate complex texts? Within our committed and well-established language team, you will undertake varied, engaging tasks at a demanding pace in an open-plan office. You will benefit from modern infrastructure as well as the possibility to work remotely up to two days per week.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

Commitment to health

We are competently committed at the national level to the health of the population and the healthcare system in Switzerland. We also collaborate within international networks. Our task is demanding, exciting; we accomplish it by relying on peer-to-peer exchanges. Our values? Commitment, open-mindedness and respect. If you are looking for meaningful work in varied fields and in a dynamic and attractive environment, the FOPH is the place for you.

Additional information

For further information, please contact: Until 08.10: Laura Blaser-Grossen, Deputy Head of Language Services, +41 58 480 40 84 From 09.10: Carolin Walter, Head of Language Services, +41 58 467 48 66

Questions about the position

Carolin Walter +41 58 467 48 66

Questions about the application

HR Service Center +41 58 469 17 32