Translator

Description of position

The position involves translating company documents (marketing, technical, administrative and other) from English to French mostly, with the help of translation software (Logiterm). A large component of this position involves comparative revision.

Daily tasks and responsibilities

• Translate, from English to French in many different types of file formats, including .xml and .html, frequently with the use of translation software (Logiterm)
• Add to the translation department’s terminology bank
• Revise and proofread different types of files with and without software and tools; frequent post editing work involved
• Occasionally write in French
• Deliver translations (electronic or hard copy)
• Make revision changes requested by coworkers, clients and management
• Consult various references, data banks and colleagues 
• Actively participate in meetings and work on both personal and team projects
• Offer terminology, grammar and spelling advice to internal clients as needed 
• Obtain required information from internal clients (context, objectives, deadlines) 
• Work on numerous projects while meeting varying deadlines
• Work on other tasks related to the position as requested by manager

Typical schedule

• Entitled to work from home 2 days per week after the probation period (90days).
• * Typical shifts and days off will be discussed at the time of the interview, but could change as per needs of the business.

Qualifications 

Education/Training:

• University degree or diploma or certificate in translation (English to French), with a combination of experience and/or studies is required. 

Permits/Licenses/Certifications:

• Translation software training or equivalent, is required.
• Proven area of specialization, is preferred.
• Language association membership, is preferred.
• Certification with one of the provincial professional translator association’s members of the CTTIC, is preferred

Experience:

• Translation experience in a structured environment (including practicums), is preferred.
• Experience working in an intranet or Web environment, is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of source and target languages (oral and written) is required. 
• Strong technical abilities: extensive experience using translation software, proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe (PDF), and Google Docs’s skills, are required.
• Strong technical abilities: Logiterm and Flow Fit, is preferred. 
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and judgment and project ownership. 
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities while meeting deadlines in a busy environment.
• Tactful and persuasive communication skills. Energetic; positive attitude; team player. 
• Experience in technical translation, especially in the fields of travel, accounting or retail, is preferred.

Other:

• Candidate must successfully pass a written translation test. Other education or training in an area related to retail, is preferred.