Attorney – Legal Translation and Editing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Translate and revise intricate documents from English to French pertaining to business law and regulated finance.

• Ensure terminological precision, adherence to legal frameworks, and fidelity to the legal systems of each language.

• Maintain consistency between source and target texts throughout the editing process.

• Sign legal opinions as an attorney, certifying the compliance and accuracy of documents.

• Diligently follow up on requests, including proactively managing client inquiries and feedback.

• Maintain and enhance terminology databases and style guides tailored to client needs.

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Apertera AI’s neural machine translation platform.

• Provide constructive feedback and support the professional development of team members.

• Collaborate with language managers and the Director of Resources to assess and analyze training needs.

• Create language and technical training programs and materials, including training on the use of Apertera AI tools and platform.

• Deliver training sessions to both internal and external teams.

• Ensure the quality, effectiveness, and relevance of training programs.

• Develop plans for continuous improvement that promote linguistic excellence.

⛳️ Requirements

• A university degree in law.

• A university degree in English–French translation, with a focus on finance, economics, or law.

• An active member of the Barreau du Québec or the Law Society of Ontario.

• Membership in a recognized professional association, such as OTTIAQ, ATIO, or an equivalent organization for the English–French language pair.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the legal and financial sectors.

• Proficiency in CAT tools, particularly Phrase, along with a strong interest in AI applications in translation.

• Excellent spoken and written command of both French and English.

• Proven ability to deliver training and adapt to various learning styles.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in translating and editing legal documents.

• At least 3 years of experience in training and competency development for language teams.

• Experience working in a translation agency or in-house language department.

• Extensive knowledge of legal and financial terminology.

• Strict compliance with client instructions and preferences.

• Exceptional teaching skills and the ability to convey knowledge effectively.

• An analytical mindset, adaptability, and strong prioritization abilities.

• Thoroughness, attention to detail, organization, and capability to meet deadlines.

• Autonomy, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.

• A curiosity about technological advancements in language services.

• A strong team-oriented attitude.

🏝️ Benefits

• A highly specialized role at the convergence of law, finance, and linguistics.

• A direct opportunity to contribute to innovation in AI-assisted translation.

• An environment where your legal and linguistic expertise makes a tangible and recognized impact.

• The chance to train, influence, and advance a community of highly skilled language professionals.