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Internal jobs and Internship

The Ad Litteram Group is looking for :

Brussels

Junior Project Coordinator FR

Description:

As Junior Project Coordinator you:

  • coordinate translation projects under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager;
  • handle contacts with clients and translators.

Your profile:

You have a diploma in Secretarial Studies with Languages or a Master’s Degree in Translation (FR-EN, NL-EN or DE-EN) or in Romance/Germanic Linguistics and you also have one year’s relevant experience.  You are efficient, extrovert, dynamic, assertive, proactive, curious and a perfectionist.  

You are drawn to a polyglot environment because you are naturally passionate about languages.  You are looking for a position that allows you to communicate in the different languages you speak thus opening doors to contacts with a wide range of people in different fields.  You are client-oriented and are prepared to do your utmost all to ensure that our clients are satisfied.  

You are able to work completely autonomously, but also make an excellent team member.  You work intensely, but are able to remain calm under pressure.  You are extremely exacting while retaining an amicable attitude.  You have a very structured approach to your work and have excellent organisational skills that leave nothing to chance. 

Translator FR

Description:

You love the English language and master it perfectly.  You are responsible for producing translations into English and for ensuring quality control of English texts.  You love juggling with words and you aim for perfection.  You do all of this with great flair.  

As a translator, you do not simply use your linguistic expertise and editing skills, but also your relational and organisation aptitudes.  

You are able to work completely autonomously, but also make an excellent team member.  You work intensely, but are able to remain calm under pressure.  You are extremely exacting while retaining an amicable attitude.  You have a very structured approach to your work and have excellent organisational skills that leave nothing to chance

Your profile:

  • You master the English language perfectly and have a very good knowledge of French/Dutch.
  • You also have a third language under your belt (preferably Dutch, German or Italian).
  • You have a Degree in Translation (FR-EN or NL-EN or DE-EN) or in Romance/Germanic Linguistics.
  • You have at least two years’ experience as a translator.
  • You are familiar with Trados applications.
  • You like to juggle with words and have a fluid style of writing.
  • You have a reputation for excellent written and spoken English.
  • You are convinced that impeccable spelling and grammar is an imperative for any self-respecting linguist. Sniffing out errors is second nature to you.
  • You are a perfectionist, assertive, proactive and curious.
  • You are client-oriented.
  • You live in Brussels-Capital or the Region.

Technical translator FR

Description:

You are responsible for the management, coordination and administrative follow-up of multilingual projects involving translating user manuals into ten languages for hi-tech audio products such as flat-screen TVs, DVDs, home cinema systems, MP3 players, radios, etc.  This involves being in constant contact with our translators throughout Europe.  

You are capable of organising your work independently translating manuals into English yourself using Trados as well as following up the other languages entrusted to our freelance translators.  You are perfectly adept at carrying out research into terminology.   

This position involves a combination of roles therefore that allows you to use not only your linguistic expertise through the translation aspect, but also your sales and organisation skills through the project management aspect.

You have an independent spirit, but also make an excellent team member.  You are a perfectionist, pay painstaking attention to detail, have a friendly disposition and take a serious approach to your work.   You are very committed to your job and take your responsibilities seriously.

Your profile:

  • You have excellent knowledge of English and (very) good knowledge of French.
  • A third language is an asset  (Dutch, German, Italian, etc.)
  • You have a Master’s Degree in Translation or Linguistics.
  • Experience in technical translation an advantage, but not essential.
  • You are completely familiar with Trados applications.
  • You have a real knack for terminology, lexicology and technical subject matter.
  • You are eager to take up the challenge of producing high-quality technical manuals. 
  • Excellent organisational skills and an eye for detail are essential. 
  • You are a perfectionist, assertive, proactive and curious.
  • You are client-oriented.
  • You are not afraid of hard work.  On the contrary you find it stimulating.

Mauritius

Administrative assistant / accounting FR

Description:

Working under the supervision of your direct manager, you handle the administration, coding, general bookkeeping with particular emphasis on :

  • client invoicing, coding, entries, payments
  • supplier invoicing, coding, entries, payments
  • cash flow management, entries for bank accounts
  • different operations, entering salaries and expenses, depreciations and provisions
  • drawing up regular VAT returns
  • following up client and supplier payments
  • sending out payment reminders to clients
  • payroll and salaries (interface with social secretariat)
  • varied administrative tasks

Your profile:

You have a Bachelor’s Degree or similar qualification as assistant bookkeeper or business administration/management.  You have some experience in a similar position.   You are able to speak and write English and French with ease. And finally you are familiar with software used in accounting such as Word and Excel.  You live in Port Louis or in the immediate vicinity.

Welcome Officer / Personal Assistant

Description:

You are the first point of contact for visitors and incoming telephone calls.  This is why it is essential that you are able to guarantee a professional and friendly welcome.  Dealing with stressful situations is second nature to you. 

You handle administrative tasks such as sorting the mail, booking plane tickets, handling administrative tasks and order forms as well as managing office supplies.

Your profile:

You have trained as a secretary or have experience in a similar position.
You are highly presentable.
You are discreet and have a very professional presence.
You are trilingual: English and French plus one other language (knowledge of Chinese is an asset).
You have excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
You live in Port Louis or in the vicinity.

Graphic designer

Description:

Your role is to provide layouts for the translations that we carry out for our clients. You are also responsible for creating the advertising material of the Ad Litteram Group according to the predefined specifications: leaflets, advertisements, etc.

Your profile:

  • You have qualified as a graphic artist or have several years’ experience in an advertising environment
  • You have very good knowledge of English and French
  • You are perfectly familiar with: Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Corel Draw (minimum)
  • You have experience of working in  XML and HTML formats. Knowledge of any other software packages, 3D in particular, is an additional asset.
  • You live in Port Louis or the vicinity.

Translator

Description:

You love the English language and master it perfectly.  You are responsible for producing translations into English and for ensuring quality control of English texts.  You love juggling with words and you aim for perfection.  You do all of this with great flair.  

As translator, you do not simply use your linguistic expertise and editing skills, but also your relational and organisation aptitudes.  

You are able to work completely autonomously, but also make an excellent team member.  You work intensely, but are able to remain calm under pressure.  You are extremely exacting while retaining an amicable attitude.  You have a very structured approach to your work and have excellent organisational skills that leave nothing to chance

Your profile:

  • You master the English language perfectly and have a very good knowledge of French/Dutch.
  • You also have a third language under your belt (preferably Dutch, German or Italian).
  • You have a Degree in Translation (FR-EN or NL-EN or DE-EN) or in Romance/Germanic Linguistics.   
  • You have at least two years’ experience as a translator.
  • You are familiar with Trados applications.
  • You like to juggle with words and have a fluid style of writing.
  • You have a reputation for excellent written and spoken French. 
  • You are convinced that impeccable spelling and grammar is an imperative for any self-respecting linguist.  Sniffing out errors is second nature to you.  
  • You are a perfectionist, assertive, proactive and curious.
  • You are client-oriented.
  • You live in Port Louis or the vicinity.

Senior Project Manager

Description:

As Senior Project Coordinator, you:

  • coordinate translation projects under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager;
  • handle contacts with clients and translators.

Your profile:

You have a diploma in Secretarial Studies with Languages or a Master’s Degree in Translation (FR-EN or NL-EN or DE-EN) or in Romance/Germanic Linguistics as well as one year’s relevant experience. You are efficient, extrovert, dynamic, assertive, proactive, curious and a perfectionist.

You are drawn to a polyglot environment because you are naturally passionate about languages. You are looking for a position that allows you to communicate in the different languages you speak thus opening doors to contact with a wide range of people in different fields. You are client-oriented and are prepared to do your utmost all to ensure that our clients are satisfied.

You are able to work completely autonomously, but also make an excellent team member. You work intensely, but are able to remain calm under pressure. You are extremely exacting while retaining an amicable attitude. You have a very structured approach to your work and have excellent organisational skills that leave nothing to chance.

If you would like to put your talents to optimal use and give full rein to your enthusiasm just send your detailed CV (with a photo) to us at