Become a Mandarin Language Expert for National Security

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom MI5 Full time
Job Description

We are seeking highly skilled Mandarin language experts to join our team at MI5, MI6, and GCHQ. As a Mandarin Language Specialist, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the UK from various threats, including cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime.

About Us

MI5, MI6, and GCHQ are the UK's Intelligence Services. Our mission is to protect the country's people, interests, and businesses from global threats. We work together as a team to achieve this goal, sharing expertise and resources to stay one step ahead of those who seek to harm us.

As a Mandarin language expert, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes linguists, analysts, and technical experts. Together, you will use your language skills to identify nuances, seek out key information, and contextualise complex data to inform our national security decisions.

Salary and Benefits

The starting salary for this position is £37,281 - £43,490 per year, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

  • 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 days after 5 years' service) and an additional 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
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A passion for languages and a strong understanding of Chinese culture, history, religion, and politics
  • Confident reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in Mandarin
  • An adept knowledge of Mandarin language and culture
  • The ability to think critically and make sound judgements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits and Opportunities

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer opportunities for professional development and growth. As a Mandarin language expert, you will have access to a range of training and development programs, including:

  • Language events and workshops
  • Acquiring professional qualifications
  • Training in applied skills such as interpretation

You will also be part of a community of passionate, dedicated, and talented linguists, working together on critical work that makes a real difference to national security.



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