Bilingual Translation Proofreader

Nexus Systems Group Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading translation service provider in Canada seeks a Bilingual Translation Proofreader to ensure accuracy in translations for a Quebec audience. This role requires strong fluency in both Canadian French and English, excellent attention to detail, and experience in proofreading. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with both onsite and remote work expectations.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Canadian French and English with excellent writing skills.
• Experience proofreading and editing French translations professionally.
• Strong understanding of linguistic nuances in French.

Responsibilities

• Proofread and edit translated content from English to French.
• Ensure consistency in terminology and style across translations.
• Collaborate with content creators for high-quality translations.

Skills

Fluency in Canadian French

Fluency in English

Excellent written communication skills

Attention to detail

Grammar and spelling skills in French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Language or Communications

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Bilingual (English, Canadian French) Translation Proofreader

Location Address: Quebec or Toronto

Working Arrangement: Hybrid 3 days on site Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday. Must be able to commit to hybrid, this is a requirement.

Contract Duration: 07/28/2025 to 01/27/2026 - 6 month duration from start

Possibility of extension/ conversion to FTE? Unknown

Number of Positions: 1

Schedule Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday; standard 37.5 hrs/week

Reason: Temporary Increased Workforce Need

Story Behind the Need

Business group: The successful candidate will join the Marketing Operations team and support our Wealth and Asset Management business.

Role Objective

The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy, consistency, and adherence to financial industry best practices, corporate messaging, and style guides in all French translations for a Quebec audience. They will have a strong command of the French language, exceptional attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of linguistic nuances.

Typical Day in Role

• Proofread and edit translated content from English to Canadian French for accuracy, grammar, spelling, and adherence to corporate messaging and style guides
• Confirm the precision of translated material and make necessary edits to ensure accuracy and fluency
• Ensure consistency in terminology, tone, and style across all translations
• Collaborate with content creators and marketing to provide feedback and ensure high-quality, culturally appropriate translations
• Maintain a strong understanding of the French language in Canada, particularly Quebec, and adapt translations accordingly
• Develop and maintain French language resources, including glossaries and style guides, to support translation consistency
• Review keyword strategies for web content to ensure the translation captures the essence from an SEO perspective
• Collaborate with the advanced analytics team to build a glossary

Candidate Requirements / Must Have Skills

1. Fluency in Canadian French and English, with excellent written communication skills in both languages and a deep understanding of linguistic nuances and cultural context. Strong understanding of the French language in Canada, particularly Quebec.
2. Experience in proofreading and editing French translations in a professional setting
3. Strong attention to detail and exceptional grammar and spelling skills in French

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with content and marketing
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, under tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice-To-Have Skills

• Experience in the financial industry or wealth and asset management and/or familiarity with financial industry-specific terminology and corporate messaging *strongly preferred

Education

• Bachelors degree preferred in Language, Communications or similar OR equivalent work experience

Best vs. Average

Outlined personal attributes/experience/skillsets that make for the ideal candidate. Ideal candidate has a strong work history with consistent tenure, proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, excellent interpersonal skills, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Success in this role also requires the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.

Interview Format

1. 1st round Candy Brignoli current French proofreader. 30 min
2. 2nd round Lisa and English proofreader. 30 min
3. Assessment – given 3 days to complete