Welo Global

English to German (Germany or Switzerland) Linguist & Copy Editor for Product, Marketing & UI Content

Germany, Switzerland full-time Mid Salary not listed
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About the role

About Welo Global

Welo Global is a leader in multilingual AI, technology, and content solutions serving over 2,000 clients in 300 languages. The company combines globally scaled multilingual infrastructure, including a network of over 500,000 linguists and domain experts, with advanced NLP, computational linguistics, and best-in-class compliance backed by seven ISO certifications. Welo Global’s five brands—Welocalize (multilingual content and localization services for global enterprises), Park IP (intellectual property and patent translation services for law firms and corporate legal teams), Welo Life Sciences (regulated language and compliance-aligned content solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations), Adapt (multilingual performance-led digital marketing agency), and Welo Data (multilingual data generation, evaluation, and human data infrastructure for AI systems)—serve distinct customer segments with purpose-built expertise, fit-for-purpose solutions, and supporting technology. weloglobal.com

Main Purpose of the Role

Welo Global is seeking experienced English (en-US) to German (de-DE and/or de-CH) Translators and Copy Editors to support an exciting, long-term project with a leading multinational company.

This is an ongoing freelance and remote position.

Project Details

Location: Remote
Expected Volume: 5000+ words per week
Employment Type: Freelance/Independent Contract
Task Type: Translation, Copy-Editing, MTPE
Content Types: Marketing, UI, Product, Support, Informational, Light Legal
CAT Tool: Client-specific CAT tool (training provided during onboarding)

Requirements

Native-level proficiency in German (de-DE and/or de-CH) with excellent command of English (en-US)

2+ years of professional translation experience with a degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field
or

5+ years of professional translation experience without a formal translation degree

Demonstrated experience translating English to German (de-DE and/or de-CH) across a variety of content types, including informational, marketing, UI, product, and support content

Experience using CAT tools

Excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to deliver high-quality translations while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced localization environment

Strong communication skills, responsiveness, reliability, and openness to feedback and revisions

Join a global network of linguists, benefit from ongoing support, collaborate on high-visibility international projects, and build a long-term partnership with Welo Global.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, we encourage you to submit your details below.

We look forward to connecting with you!

Welo Global Talent Management Team

Beware of recruitment scams. Welo Global and all of its brands never recruit through direct messages on social media or WhatsApp, and never asks candidates to pay money for a job. Official emails come only from @welocalize.com, @welodata.ai, or @hire.lever.co, and all applications go through jobs.lever.co/weloglobal. Be wary of unexpected offers, generic email addresses (such as Gmail or Yahoo), and requests for fees or sensitive information. Report suspicious messages and learn more: Recognizing Scams and Confirming Legitimate Welocalize Communications – Welo Global

Compensation

Additional Information

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the English to German (Germany or Switzerland) Linguist & Copy Editor for Product, Marketing & UI Content role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Welo Global?
  3. Which of Digital Marketing, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Digital Marketing, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the English to German (Germany or Switzerland) Linguist & Copy Editor for Product, Marketing & UI Content role because I can bring practical experience in Digital Marketing, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Welo Global needs from this hire.

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