Interpreters / Translators

An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.

About this Career

Average Salary

£28,989

New workers start at around £14,801. Normal pay is £28,989 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £52,646

Annual Openings

44

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Provides communication support for the hard of hearing or the visually impaired.
  • Converts documents or spoken statements from original or source language into another language.
  • Writes instruction manuals and user guides, technical reports, catalogues and indexes, prepares sales literature and writes technical articles for trade journals.
  • Negotiates contracts with freelance agents and with buyer on behalf of writer.
  • Selects material for publication, checks style, grammar and accuracy of content, arranges for any necessary revisions and checks proof copies before printing.
  • Generates and develops creative ideas for literary material.
  • Determines subject matter and researches as necessary by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, observing etc..

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Writing 93%
Active Listening 80%
Reading Comprehension 79%
Critical Thinking 74%
Active Learning 73%
Speaking 72%
Learning Strategies 65%
Monitoring 63%
Mathematics 33%
Science 26%

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