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Korean - English Business Translator

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Mercor • Remote, South Korea

Education

Not stated

Type

Hourly

Pay Rate

$50–$100/hr

Listed

175d ago

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About this role

From the Mercor listing

We are looking for an experienced Korean–English translator/interpreter to support real-time translation during upcoming sales and business meetings. The ideal candidate will have prior experience facilitating bilingual communication in corporate or professional settings, particularly where business discussions, negotiations, or client presentations are involved. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring smooth, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication between English- and Korean-speaking participants.

  • Provide simultaneous or consecutive translation during virtual or in-person business meetings.
  • Translate both verbal discussions and written follow-ups (chat messages, key points, or summary notes) where needed.
  • Ensure professional tone and cultural sensitivity in all translations.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders before the meeting to understand context, terminology, and objectives.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  • Proven experience as an interpreter or translator in corporate, sales, or client-facing environments.
  • Native-level fluency in Korean and English (both spoken and written).
  • Strong understanding of business terminology, particularly in sales, partnerships, or technology.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to think quickly and convey ideas accurately under time constraints.
  • Prior experience translating for startups, tech firms, or multinational companies.
  • Background in sales enablement, client success, or business development contexts.
  • Familiarity with meeting platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, or MS Teams.

Requirements

  • Must be eligible to work in one of: Remote, South Korea
  • Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
  • Reliable high-speed internet connection
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in Languages

How long hiring takes

Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.

Within 2 weeks
~25%
Within 6 weeks
~60%
Within 3 months
~80%

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What to Expect

Looking at Mercor Languages listings we've tracked, contracts in this domain typically run about 23.5 weeks. Actual length varies by project, but this gives you a realistic baseline going in.

Based on 64 extracted Mercor Languages listings.

Eligible Languages

Fluent proficiency in English or Korean

English Korean

Why this role

At $50–$100/hr, this remote Korean - English Business Translator role pays competitively without asking you to relocate, interview in person, or keep fixed hours in Languages.

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We're light on Languages candidates

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Common questions

Does Mercor's application require an on-camera interview?

Yes, every applicant records a video interview with an AI interviewer that asks questions about your resume. Clients review that recording to judge communication skills before matching, so there's no way to apply without going on camera.

Does it cost money to apply to Mercor?

No, applying and joining Mercor is free. Mercor's revenue comes from a fee it charges the client on top of your hourly rate, not from applicants. Treat any request for payment to join as a red flag.

What does task-based AI training work look like?

Practical, hands-on data work: recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. Tasks are designed to be short and distinct, typically 5 to 60 minutes each.

What does Languages work look like for a Korean - English Business Translator?

Tasks here are scoped to Languages, not generic labeling. As a Korean - English Business Translator, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Languages) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Languages background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.

What specific skills does this listing call for?

Bilingual, English, and Korean are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.

How much does this specific role pay?

This listing is posted at $50–$100/hr, an hourly rate. The range reflects experience level and negotiated terms, not a placeholder, so where you land in it depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.

Do I need to be fluent in English or Korean?

Yes. This role specifically requires English or Korean proficiency, on top of the English most AI training work assumes by default. If English is not a language you're fluent in, this is not the right role. Filter for your native language to find better-matched listings.

What happens when I click Apply on this listing?

You'll be taken to Mercor's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.

Can I apply from outside South Korea?

This specific role is open only to people based in South Korea. If you are somewhere else, applying is unlikely to lead to an offer even if you pass the assessment, because the restriction is usually about where the work can legally be contracted rather than your skills. Read the full description for any tax-residency or right-to-work caveats before you apply.

How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?

Not immediately. Mercor is a talent marketplace, not a task queue, so applying puts you in a pool of candidates. You start working only once a specific client, like a major AI lab, selects your profile, and that matching process can take weeks.