Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 29th November 2026
Location: Swansea (This role is suitable for hybrid working)
Salary: £32,027 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
The Welsh Language Policy team plays a vital role in supporting the organisation’s commitment to delivering high-quality bilingual services. The team provides professional translation and proofreading services in both Welsh and English, ensuring communications are accurate, consistent, and accessible to customers and stakeholders. They advise colleagues on bilingual service requirements, promote the use of Welsh across the organisation, and support compliance with Welsh language legislation and the Agency’s Welsh Language Scheme. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the team also coordinates responses to Welsh language enquiries and complaints, while leading activities that raise awareness and encourage the use of Welsh among staff and customers throughout Wales.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting the organisation’s Welsh language commitments. You will work with colleagues and stakeholders across a wide range of business areas, providing expert guidance, building positive relationships, and helping to ensure customers receive high-quality bilingual services. The role offers a varied workload, combining advisory, compliance, customer service, and promotional responsibilities within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Top Responsibilities
- Communicate bilingually, verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders.
- Translate documents from Welsh to English and from English to Welsh for customers and business areas.
- Proofread own and colleagues’ translations, ensuring quality and deadlines are met.
- Provide advice and guidance on bilingual services across the organisation.
- Monitor compliance with Welsh language requirements and advise on legislative obligations.
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
- 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
- Access to the staff discount portal.
- Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
- Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
- Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
- Experience communicating confidently in both Welsh and English, verbally and in writing.
- Experience translating and proofreading Welsh and English content with a high level of accuracy.
- Experience building effective relationships and providing advice to colleagues, customers, or stakeholders.
- Experience managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high-quality standards.
Additional Information
Please note that both your CV and Personal Statement must be submitted in Welsh in their entirety. Any applications received not entirely submitted in Welsh are unable to be considered.
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 29th November 2026
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Welsh Language Policy Translator & Advisor in Swansea employer: Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
At DVLA Birmingham, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and continuous improvement, while our commitment to health and safety ensures a secure environment for all staff. With ample opportunities for career development and a focus on delivering high-quality workplace services, joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
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Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) Recruitment Team
