French Canadian Translator

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

📋 Description

• Providing high-quality linguistic services to our clients.

• Executing on-demand translation assignments.

• Conducting copy-editing tasks for designated projects or accounts.

• Offering lead support for assigned projects or accounts.

• Overseeing and maintaining language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, and work instructions) to ensure they meet quality standards and remain current as required by the account or project.

• Managing project-related inquiries.

• Facilitating effective communication among team members and addressing terminology and language-related questions.

• Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as necessary.

• Developing and training internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the needs of the accounts and Welocalize.

• Engaging with clients on linguistic issues as needed.

• Contributing to the creation of new and enhanced working processes.

• Meeting or surpassing the productivity KPI.

• Achieving objectives set by the Squad Lead.

⛳️ Requirements

• A university degree in Translation/Applied Languages or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in translation/localization.

• Native proficiency in French Canadian.

• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

• Comprehensive understanding of the localization process.

• Competent user of standard software, including Windows and Office applications.

• Experienced with standard CAT tools, such as XTM and SDL Studio, as well as issue tracking and query management tools like JIRA.

• Quick learner of new localization tools and applications.

• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong knowledge of terminology relevant to two or more subject areas.

• Capable of working under tight deadlines.

• Skilled at providing clear, concise, and constructive feedback.

• Proficient in presenting information effectively and responding to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and linguists.

• Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.

• Capable of interpreting various instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats.

• Willing and able to train/teach others and share knowledge.

• Experience and willingness to communicate positively with customers at different levels.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a virtual team.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Flexible work arrangements.