Mandarin Language Specialist
1 month ago
About Us
At MI5, MI6, and GCHQ, we safeguard Britain's people, interests, and businesses from various threats at home, overseas, and online. We work together to deliver impact at the heart of national security, in a supportive and inclusive environment that allows everyone to thrive.
The Role
We're looking for Mandarin linguists who can play a crucial role in helping to safeguard the UK. As a Mandarin Language Specialist, you'll use your knowledge of the Mandarin language and Chinese culture to identify nuances and seek out key information from spoken and written materials.
Your Responsibilities
- You'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team, directing projects and driving forward investigations.
- You'll apply analytical skills and an understanding of communication technologies to build an accurate intelligence picture.
- You'll work with technical experts to piece together snippets of information collected from digital communication sources.
Requirements
- You'll need active and passive language skills in Mandarin, excellent written English, and a good knowledge of Chinese culture, history, religion, and politics.
- You'll be a proficient user (at C1 level) of Mandarin language in all its forms.
- You'll be passionate about the language and committed to ongoing learning and development.
Benefits
As a Mandarin Language Specialist, you'll receive a starting salary of £37,281 - £43,490 (plus the possibility to qualify for additional language allowances once in role). You'll also enjoy:
- 25 days' annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays.
- Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking GCHQ only).
- Excellent pension scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Facilities such as a gym and restaurant, and on-site coffee bars.
- Paid parental and adoption leave.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from under-represented groups. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to our mission. We aim to offer a person-to-person interview to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.
Next Steps
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your application. You'll then be invited to take a language proficiency test and participate in an in-person interview and analysis test.
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