Chinese Translator

Fadac Resources and Services Limited - We provide businesses with human capital solutions that can help improve oral performance while reducing employment practice risk. We can assist organizations, no matter how large or small, to establish, outsource, and troubleshoot any human resources functions/ challenges. Our belief is that people are the greatest asset in the organization, regardless of the business size, industry, and market share. We provide the best professionals backed with solid years of experience and knowledge, and their job is to integrate solutions for your business needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chinese Translator

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Chinese Translator to join our growing team.
• In this role, you will be responsible for accurately translating a wide range of materials between Chinese (Simplified and/or Traditional) and English, ensuring cultural appropriateness, clarity, and consistency across all content.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate written content from English to Chinese and Chinese to English, including marketing materials, website copy, product documentation, user manuals, legal documents, emails, and internal communications.
• Localize content to ensure it resonates with target Chinese-speaking audiences while preserving the original meaning, tone, and brand voice.
• Proofread and edit translations for accuracy, grammar, style, and consistency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, legal, customer support) to clarify terminology and context.
• Maintain and update translation glossaries, style guides, and terminology databases.
• Perform quality checks and incorporate feedback from reviewers and stakeholders.
• Meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Stay up to date with linguistic trends, cultural nuances, and industry-specific terminology in both language.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Chinese Studies, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience
• Native or near-native proficiency in Chinese (Simplified and/or Traditional) and fluent English.
• Proven experience as a professional translator (minimum 2–3 years preferred).
• Strong understanding of cultural differences between Chinese-speaking markets and Western audiences.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong research skills for specialized terminology.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with CAT tools (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ, Smartcat, or similar) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience translating in one or more specialized domains (e.g., technology, marketing, legal, finance, e-commerce, or healthcare).
• Familiarity with localization best practices and content management systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multinational environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (N500,000 / month) and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.