We are a leading global technology company dedicated to fostering a safe and positive online environment for users worldwide. We are expanding our operations in the vibrant city of Porto and are seeking passionate community-focused individuals to join our team on a crucial online safety project. We pride ourselves on a supportive and dynamic work environment offering ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.
The Opportunity: We are seeking an enthusiastic and vigilant German-Speaking Online Safety Representative to join our on-site team in Porto. In this vital role you will play a critical part in reviewing user-generated content and ensuring adherence to platform guidelines contributing directly to the safety and well-being of our online community. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about online safety and digital citizenship. While prior experience in content moderation or a similar field is a plus it is not a strict requirement we believe in nurturing talent and providing comprehensive training to equip you with all the necessary skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Review: Review and analyze user-generated content (e.g. videos images text audio) submitted to a major online platform ensuring compliance with established community guidelines and policies.
- Policy Enforcement: Apply platform policies consistently and accurately to identify and take appropriate action on content that violates guidelines including but not limited to hate speech misinformation bullying and graphic content.
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Exercise sound judgment and critical thinking skills to make rapid and accurate decisions on content often under pressure.
- Documentation: Accurately document all content review decisions and actions taken in designated internal systems ensuring clear and consistent record-keeping.
- Trend Identification: Identify emerging content trends or potential policy loopholes and escalate these insights to relevant internal teams for further investigation and policy refinement.
- Collaboration: Work closely with team leads and other online safety specialists to ensure consistent application of guidelines and share best practices.
- Maintain Well-being: Engage with available well-being support resources to manage exposure to potentially sensitive content.
What We Are Looking For:
- Language Proficiency: Native or near-native fluency in German (both spoken and written) is essential. A strong professional working proficiency in English is also required for internal communication training and policy comprehension.
- Strong Ethical Compass: A strong commitment to online safety and a keen understanding of the impact of harmful content on online communities.
- Analytical & Decision-Making Skills: Excellent analytical skills with the ability to quickly understand complex guidelines and apply them to diverse content scenarios.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate content classification and policy enforcement.
- Resilience & Emotional Intelligence: Ability to handle exposure to sensitive and potentially disturbing content while maintaining emotional resilience and professionalism.
- Adaptability: The ability to learn quickly adapt to evolving content trends and policy changes and work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable navigating various internal tools content review platforms and general computer applications.
- Team Player: A positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with colleagues to achieve common goals.
- Prior Experience (Good to Have Not Mandatory): While any prior experience in content moderation online safety customer service or a related field is a plus it is not a mandatory prerequisite. We provide comprehensive paid training to equip you with all the necessary skills and knowledge.
What We Offer:
- Signing Bonus: A generous 2500 signing bonus upon successful onboarding.
- Competitive Salary: A competitive remuneration package that recognizes your skills and dedication.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Access to excellent health and life insurance coverage for your well-being and security.
- Career Growth: Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within our expanding global organization. We are committed to fostering talent and providing clear pathways for internal promotion and diverse career trajectories in the online safety domain.
- Full Paid Training: Extensive training program to familiarize you with content guidelines tools and best practices.
- On-site Role: Work in a modern office environment in the beautiful and culturally rich city of Porto fostering strong team collaboration and immediate support.
- Equipment Provided: All necessary work equipment will be supplied by the company ensuring you have the tools to succeed.
- Relocation Package: For candidates joining us from abroad we offer a comprehensive relocation package that includes flight tickets to Porto and initial accommodation support in Porto to ensure a smooth and comfortable transition to your new home.
- Dynamic Team: Be part of a diverse multicultural and supportive team dedicated to making the internet a safer place.
How to Apply: If you are a German-speaking individual with a strong commitment to online safety excellent analytical skills and are excited about working in a vibrant international environment in Porto we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a concise cover letter outlining your motivation for this role.