An Investment Bank Looking For A Qualified Translator
Company Profile
Macquarie Group is a global provider of banking, financial, advisory, investment and fund management services with more than 13,700 employees in 25 countries.
We offer our employees a long-term career path and a platform for the development of technical and business skills in a dynamic environment. As a result of continued global growth, we are currently looking for an outstanding candidate for the Associate/Translator position based in Macquarie Investment Advisory (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Position Profile
Internship Position: Associate, Translator (will offer full time contract if the candidate ‘s performance meets our expectation)
Number of vacancy 1
Location Beijing
Reporting Structure Translation Team Leader
To work closely with the Corporate Advisory professionals and related business and supporting units throughout Macquarie on a range of translation tasks.
Core Responsibilities
A translator's core responsibilities include, but not limited to:
• Specific translation tasks (Chinese/English) assigned by the business including pitch-books, memos, articles and other documentation
• Delivery of high standard translation work in accordance with the company’s guidelines and strict deadlines
• Flexibility in prioritizing translation tasks based on instructions and effective circumstances
• Regular consultations with staff to keep them informed about the progress of translation assignments and any potential issues
• Maintenance of a translation study/error log to facilitate future reference and progresses
• Overtime and weekend work may be required in case of urgent translation jobs
• Other ad hoc tasks
Key Skills
• Master degree in English, Translation Studies or Applied Linguistics;
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or certificates in English , Chinese, finance, economics
• To work to the highest professional standards and is detail oriented
• Outcome focused and able to deliver quality results under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Well organised, self-disciplined, self starter who can manage a range of competing priorities and projects
• Fast leaner and open to challenges
• Enjoy learning from working
• Bilingual English & Mandarin (written and spoken)
• TEM 8
As a multinational company, all professional activities are expected to be consistent with Macquarie’s core values: integrity, client commitment, strive for profitability, fulfilment for our people, team work and highest standard.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their up-to-date CVs and cover letters (not exceeding four pages in total), which should give a clear and cogent account of why you are the best candidate for this position. No phone calls, paper mails or faxes please. All applications will be treated with strictest confidentiality. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend tests and interviews etc.
Contact: Lily Li
Email: Lily.li@
Deadline of CV submission: Dec 5, 2008