Mandarin Language Specialist Ref. 3754

The role

If you’re passionate about languages, a role as a Language Specialist for the UK intelligence agencies offers a unique and exciting opportunity. You’ll be at the heart of our mission, supporting critical activities that keep the country safe. We’re seeking highly skilled linguists with an expertise in Mandarin language and a deep understanding of Chinese culture, ideology, and politics.

As a Mandarin Language Specialist, you’ll utilise your knowledge to extract key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and make it accessible to others. Your analytical skills and understanding of communication technologies will enable you to identify reportable intelligence, progress operations, and inform Government policy.

Throughout your career, you’ll have opportunities to develop your path, focusing on the areas that interest you most. You’ll enjoy varied and unique work, applying your language skills in innovative ways to create s...