Farfetch is hiring a Translator (Product Information) for the German market. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our extensive product catalogue and all related content resonate authentically with local audiences. Reporting to the LangOps & Development team, you will specialize in localizing diverse content with a strong focus on accurate and compelling product information.
What You'll Do
- Translate and localize detailed product information, including materials, fabric compositions, and size & fit elements, for the German market.
- Adapt Farfetch’s product catalogue and associated content, tailoring language to meet cultural nuances and customer preferences.
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time and meet the highest quality standards.
- Maintain translation memories and terminology databases to ensure consistency and optimize reuse of existing translations.
- Guarantee a consistent language and tone of voice across all product descriptions.
- Utilize and contribute to the development of advanced localization tools and technology to streamline processes.
What We're Looking For
- Native-level fluency in German with exceptional written and verbal skills.
- Proven experience in writing, translating, and localizing content for luxury or high-end e-commerce brands.
- Ability to craft compelling, customer-centric content that engages local tastes.
- Experience managing translation workflows, using translation memories, and maintaining terminology databases.
- Familiarity with localization and translation tools like TMS and Machine Translation.
- A strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
- A high level of accuracy, especially for specific product details, with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Nice to Have
- Experience translating technical product details like fabric compositions, material properties, and size & fit elements.
- Experience working with SEO optimisation and e-commerce platforms like Shopify or Magento.
Technical Stack
- TMS
- Machine Translation
- SEO optimisation tools
- E-commerce platforms (Shopify, Magento)
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Creative Operations team, reporting directly to the LangOps & Development team. Our culture is consciously inclusive, embedded in our Positively Farfetch strategy.
Farfetch is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
