Localisation Specialist with Japanese plus Italian or German

An international company within the gaming sector is seeking an experienced Translation and Localisation Specialist to join their thrilling organisation based in London. You will be responsible for translating video games-related material. This position is project-based and ideal for professionals looking to work on a flexible basis.



Your responsibilities will include: 

• Translating and proofreading a variety of game-related material from Japanese into European languages. The languages they work with are English, Italian and German.
• Providing input and cultural perspectives with the localisation team 
• Ensuring the content is consistent and accurate regarding of the terminology and style in the languages
• Supporting various managers on a project basis and be working closely with other languages to keep the high level of quality across all languages

Within this role, it is required for you to be fluent in Italian and/or German, Japanese as well as English and have proven experience in translation within game-related material. 



About you:

• Native fluency in either Italian and/or German, both written and spoken. High fluency in English is essential.
• Japanese language proficiency - JLPT N1/N2
• Passionate about video-games.
• Previous experience in translation, localisation, copywriting with video games.
• Experience with Word and Excel.

This vacancy is an in-house project-based role, where you will be able to gain experience within a successful company and be involved in a creative and professional team in London. If you can tick off that you speak fluent Japanese as well as English plus Italian and/or German, and also enjoy video games, then this could be your next role. 


To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Alvaro.


If you have applied for any other languagematters vacancy there is no need to re-apply, as your CV will be considered for all vacancies that match your language skills and work experience. 


languagematters is a multi-discipline, multilingual recruitment agency offering a wide range of bilingual jobs in London, the South-east, nationwide and overseas. Our goal is to be the most valued, knowledgeable and indispensable recruitment partner in the language recruitment field.


We work constantly to provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, social background, religion, disability or sexuality.


NB: Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid work permit. Please note that we contact successful candidates within 3-4 working days. languagematters is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.