English to Turkish – Translator, Editor – Legal

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

📋 Description

• Translate, edit, and/or transcribe legal documents and audio files from English into Turkish.

• Address law enforcement and legal subject matter effectively.

• Edit audio transcriptions that may include slang and idiomatic expressions, as necessary.

• Revise legal documents such as affidavits and depositions.

• Exhibit a strong command of legal terminology in both English and Turkish.

• Adhere to government client style guides and maintain quality standards.

• Utilize domain-specific terminology appropriately.

• Review and certify the quality of other translators’ work when required.

• Replicate the formatting of source documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Conduct work remotely as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Willingness to complete a U.S. government background check for obtaining Public Trust Clearance.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal documentation, translating, and/or editing between English and a foreign language.

• At least 1 year of experience in audio transcription, if applicable.

• Capability to use software to enhance audio and equipment for transcription purposes, if relevant.

• Familiarity with legal terminology in English and the target foreign language(s).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Competent in using CAT tools such as Trados Studio.

• Advanced proficiency (ILR level 3-plus) in reading, speaking, listening, and writing in both English and the target foreign language.

• Preferred qualifications include ATA, NAJIT, or other relevant professional certifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work arrangement.

• Engagement as a freelance contractor.