UAE National Translator

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is looking for a detail-oriented and professional Translator to join its organization in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position is exclusively available to UAE nationals and plays a key role in ensuring clear and accurate communication across multiple languages for the company's diverse clients and internal operations.

Key responsibilities

• Translate documents, correspondence and communications from source languages into target languages with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Analyse and interpret complex content, including technical, legal and business documentation.
• Maintain consistency in terminology and style across projects using established glossaries and translation guidelines.
• Proofread and edit translated materials to ensure quality, clarity and adherence to organizational standards.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to clarify ambiguous content and resolve translation challenges.
• Manage multiple translation projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality benchmarks.
• Use translation software and CAT tools to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Adapt content for cultural appropriateness and localization requirements of the UAE market.
• Document completed translations and project specifications, and stay current with industry terminology and best practices.

Required profile

• Fluency in Arabic and English, with native or near-native proficiency in at least one language.
• At least 3 years of professional translation experience in a corporate or organizational setting.
• Proven expertise in translating business, technical, legal or specialized documentation.
• Familiarity with the UAE business context, cultural norms and local terminology.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Preferred: knowledge of localization principles and cultural adaptation techniques, and subject-matter expertise in technical, legal, medical or financial translation.

Required skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, able to prioritize multiple projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to error-free translations.
• Use of translation software and CAT tools.