Junior Arabic/English Translator and Government Liaison Officer (1 Year FTC)
Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.
You will be responsible for translating a variety of legal and business documents, as well as serving as a liaison with government ministries and authorities. See below a list of your responsibilities:
- Translate legal documents, contracts, correspondence, and other materials from English to Arabic and vice versa
- Review and edit translations for grammar, clarity, and consistency
- Liaising with Government authorities (including frequent offsite visits to such authorities)
- Facilitate communication and ensure smooth interaction between the firm and various Government ministries and departments
- Stay informed about new and changing government regulations that may affect the firm’s operations and clients
- Support the legal team with research and gathering information from governmental sources
To succeed in this role, you'll need to have:
- Fluency in both Arabic and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook)
- Previous experience in translation, particularly within a legal context, is preferred
- Familiarity with Omani government procedures and regulations is an asset
- Driving licence is a must
But it is not all about experience and qualifications. We're looking for someone who:
- High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail
- Flexibility and commitment; willing to go the extra mile
- An ability to operate with minimum supervision
Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.
If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com
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