The Judiciary - comprising the Supreme Court, State Courts and Family Justice Courts - is one of the three constitutional pillars of government in Singapore. Known collectively as SG Courts, we are integrated and coordinated to serve as one judiciary. As an organ of state, the Judiciary’s function is to independently administer justice. Headed by the Chief Justice, we are a forward-looking, innovative and trusted judiciary. Built on judicial professionalism and transparency, we maintain the highest standards of integrity in safeguarding our community. We pledge to ensure equal and continuous access to justice, and we are committed to deliver justice that is fair and impartial.
A career in SG Courts will enable you to enhance the corporate reputation of the Courts through fostering better public awareness and understanding of the Court’s policies and vision of inspiring public trust and confidence in providing an effective and accessible justice system.
We welcome you to join our team of highly motivated and dynamic interpreters as an:
INTERPRETER

Supreme Court
Interpreter
Permanent
Closing on 18 Nov 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
• Render accurate and professional interpretation in courts, chambers, and tribunals from the English Language to the Chinese Language/dialect(s) and vice versa
• Render accurate and professional interpretation in the English-Chinese pair, where required, at Judiciary events and/or conferences
• Perform rotational Night Court duties and Saturday duties outside regular office hours as required by court operations, with advance notice provided where applicable.
• Provide accurate and professional translation of court/court-related documents from the English Language to the Chinese Language and vice versa
• Review and refine current work processes and procedures
• Multitask and perform any other duties as assigned to facilitate or support the administration of justice
What we are looking for
• Excellent command of both the English language and the Chinese language
• Proficiency in the Hokkien, Cantonese and/or Teochew dialect(s) and willingness to learn the dialect(s) in the course of their work would be an advantage
• Academic qualifications in Interpretation/Translation, Chinese Language/Studies or English Language/Studies would be an advantage
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and react quickly to unexpected situations
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Candidates with substantial relevant working experience and proficiencies may also apply
Note: All candidates are required to sit for a pre-selection test.
The successful candidate will be appointed on a one-year probationary contract in the first instance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your interest in this position and in the judiciary.
About your application process
This job is closing on 18 Nov 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Supreme Court or the wider Public Service.
About Supreme Court
Standing at the apex of an effective and efficient court system, the Supreme Court’s vision is to be a “Leading, Trusted Judiciary. Ready for Tomorrow”. Our mission is to provide accessible justice that commands trust, respect and confidence. These are our success outcomes:
- A thought leader in jurisprudence and court excellence;
- Effective access to fair hearings;
- High performing, service-oriented and passionate workforce; and
- Innovative and future-ready organisation
A career at the Supreme Court will enable you to contribute and enhance the administration of justice. You will be part of a committed team of professionals who seek to provide access to justice with fairness, impartiality, integrity and responsiveness.
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