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Canada
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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Traducteur(rice) Reviseur based in Canada.
We are looking for a skilled French-English Translator and Proofreader to deliver high-quality linguistic services across multiple business units and regions. In this role, you will be responsible for translating, reviewing, and proofreading a wide range of content while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. You will conduct in-depth terminology research, maintain linguistic databases, and provide expert guidance on translation quality, tone, and terminology. Working closely with subject matter experts, internal stakeholders, and external language service providers, you will ensure that complex content is accurately adapted to different audiences. You will also contribute to improving translation processes and workflows while independently managing assignments and deadlines. This is an opportunity to apply your linguistic expertise in a collaborative, quality-focused, and remote-first professional environment.
You will independently manage translation and proofreading assignments, ensuring that all deliverables meet established linguistic, quality, and business standards. Your responsibilities will include:
Translation & Proofreading: Provide translation, editing, revision, and proofreading services across different business units and geographical regions.
Terminology Research: Conduct comprehensive terminology research and maintain, update, and develop linguistic databases to ensure consistency across all translated materials.
Quality Assurance: Provide recommendations and guidance on translation quality, linguistic accuracy, tone of voice, and terminology.
Content Accuracy: Collaborate with subject matter experts to verify the accuracy and relevance of complex translated content.
Vendor Management: Review deliverables submitted by external translation providers, assess their quality, and provide constructive feedback to ensure compliance with established standards.
Writing & Localization: Provide writing, editing, and content adaptation services to address specific regional and audience requirements.
Assignment Management: Independently coordinate translation projects, organize workloads, and ensure all assignments are completed within established deadlines.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize translation processes, workflows, and quality assurance practices.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to address linguistic needs and ensure effective communication.
The ideal candidate combines strong French and English language proficiency with excellent linguistic judgment, attention to detail, and organizational skills. You should demonstrate:
A bachelor's degree, preferably in Translation, Linguistics, Languages, or a related discipline.
0–2 years of relevant professional experience (preferred).
Advanced proficiency in both French and English, with strong translation, editing, and proofreading capabilities.
Solid expertise in linguistic quality assurance and the ability to identify and correct grammatical, stylistic, and terminology inconsistencies.
Excellent linguistic judgment and a strong understanding of tone, context, and audience adaptation.
Ability to advise and influence stakeholders on translation quality and language-related decisions.
Strong collaboration skills, including experience working with external translation providers and managing constructive feedback.
Excellent research and problem-solving abilities, particularly when handling complex terminology and specialized content.
Strong ownership and accountability, with the ability to manage projects and prioritize multiple assignments independently.
Familiarity with translation software, linguistic databases, and other language technology tools.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining consistently high-quality deliverables.
Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different regions and business functions.
An equivalent combination of education and professional experience may be considered in place of the preferred academic qualifications.
Annual salary: CAD $55,680–$85,776, depending on skills, qualifications, and professional experience.
Remote flexibility: Work-from-home arrangement.
Career development: Opportunities to strengthen your linguistic expertise, expand your professional skills, and explore career growth opportunities.
Professional environment: Collaborative workplace that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and high-quality work.
Meaningful contribution: Opportunity to support effective communication and help deliver services that make a positive difference to customers and communities.
Inclusive workplace: A diverse and respectful environment that values different perspectives and backgrounds.
Accessibility: Reasonable accommodations available throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
