Freelance Translator, Healthcare Copy - German

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For the past 26 years Klick Health has helped life science clients bring their groundbreaking ideas to market. We’ve also spent that time creating an ecosystem for talented and empathetic individuals to chase their passions while creating long-lasting friendships in the process. What  does that mean for you? Well, we grow a lot—like every year for 25 years and counting. And as we evolve and scale, so does our global reach. With that in mind, Klick Health is  opening offices in key global markets, and hiring people from those markets who value the health of their communities.
Our philosophy is to invest in people early and to develop future leaders at all levels. It’s what’s put us on multiple Top 10 lists for workplace culture—we give people the necessary guidance and room to innovate. We know that career paths are seldom simple and straightforward, but we see that as an asset. If you feel like you'd be a good fit, please apply and join us in doing health differently.
Please send your resume in English.
Job Details
Employment type: freelance
Hours per week: ad hoc, as needed
Duration of contract: 1 month to start, potential of up to 3 months
Role Description and Expectations
We are seeking a skilled Translation Expert to translate English marketing content into German. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of both languages, cultural nuances, and the ability to produce precise and engaging translations that resonate with the target audience. This role requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Translate English content into clear and accurate German, ensuring the message is culturally appropriate and contextually correct.
  • Review all translated materials for consistency in tone, style, and branding guidelines.
  • Collaborate with creative teams to ensure translated content aligns with client’s marketing strategies and objectives.
  • Provide input on localization strategies to adapt content to the German market.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions with creative and client service teams to ensure translations align with project goals.
  • Deliver high-quality translations under tight deadlines, managing multiple projects at once.
  • Keep up to date with industry trends and share insights to improve translation quality and efficiency.
  • Maintain awareness of project scope and timelines, reporting progress regularly and flagging any potential issues early.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Native-level fluency in German and English.
  • Proven experience in translation, especially in marketing, advertising, or content creation.
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy in fast-paced environments.
  • Solid understanding of cultural nuances and differences between English and German audiences.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a creative team.
  • Proficient in using translation software and tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Experience with AI translation tools is a plus.

Experience:

  • Background in marketing, advertising, or content translation is required
  • Minimum 5+ years of professional translation experience desired

Klick is consciously creating a culture where everyone can thrive and grow in their careers. We believe that our best work comes from our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including Black people, Indigenous peoples, and other people of colour, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities.

We’re also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation, please contact us at careers@klick.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs and ensure you have a positive experience.

Equal Opportunity

Klick embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or family status. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, simply let us know and we’ll work with you to ensure you have a positive experience.