French-English Translator – Corporate Communications

HR Service Jobs; Beloeil; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid working opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HR Service Jobs is seeking a skilled French-English Translator – Corporate Communications to support clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication across French- and English-speaking audiences. The translator will translate, review, and adapt corporate content while maintaining brand identity and professional tone.

The role requires fluency in French and English, superb writing and editing abilities, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and reading proficiency in both French and English.
• Strong command of grammar, vocabulary, punctuation, and professional writing conventions.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business and corporate communications accurately without losing meaning.
• Excellent proofreading, editing, and quality-control skills.
• Ability to maintain corporate terminology and adapt content for audiences.

Responsibilities

• Translate corporate documents, announcements, newsletters, presentations, internal messages, and other materials between French and English.
• Support internal communications with HR announcements and policy updates.
• Prepare executive communications, speeches, and leadership messages.
• Maintain brand voice and professional standards across translations.
• Proofread and edit translated content for accuracy and consistency.
• Localize messages for different audiences and regional preferences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accuracy of translations.
• Manage translation projects and track progress to meet deadlines.
• Develop bilingual glossaries, style guides, and translation memories.

Skills

Fluent French & English

Editing & proofreading

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Translation or related

Tools

CAT tools

Translation memories

MS Office

Job description

1. Job Summary

HR Service Jobs is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented French-English Translator – Corporate Communications to support clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication across French- and English-speaking audiences. The successful candidate will translate, review, and adapt corporate content between French and English while maintaining the organizations professional tone, brand identity, and communication standards.

This role is ideal for a language professional who combines excellent written communication skills with strong cultural awareness, attention to detail, and an understanding of business communication. The translator will work closely with corporate communications teams, marketing professionals, human resources representatives, executives, and other internal stakeholders to ensure that business messages are consistent and effective across languages.

Responsibilities may include translating corporate announcements, internal newsletters, executive communications, presentations, employee communications, website content, press materials, reports, and other business documents. The role also involves proofreading translated materials, checking terminology, maintaining language consistency, and adapting messages to suit the intended audience.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate fluency in French and English, excellent writing and editing abilities, discretion when handling confidential information, and a commitment to delivering high-quality translations within agreed deadlines.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Translate Corporate Communications: Translate documents, announcements, newsletters, presentations, internal messages, and other corporate materials between French and English while preserving the original meaning, tone, and intent.
• Support Internal Communications: Assist with employee communications, HR announcements, policy updates, organizational changes, training materials, and internal newsletters.
• Prepare Executive Communications: Translate and refine speeches, leadership messages, executive presentations, meeting summaries, and other leadership-related communications.
• Maintain Brand Consistency: Ensure all translated materials reflect the organizations brand voice, corporate terminology, communication guidelines, and professional standards.
• Proofread and Edit Content: Review translated documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, terminology, readability, accuracy, and consistency before publication.
• Adapt Content for Different Audiences: Localize corporate messages to account for cultural differences, regional language preferences, and the expectations of French- and English-speaking audiences.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work with communications managers, marketing teams, HR professionals, subject‑matter experts, and other departments to clarify content and confirm the accuracy of translations.
• Manage Translation Projects: Organize assignments, prioritize urgent requests, track progress, and deliver completed translations within established timelines.
• Develop Terminology Resources: Maintain bilingual glossaries, style guides, translation memories, and reference documents to support consistent language usage.
• Support Multichannel Communications: Translate content intended for corporate websites, email campaigns, intranet platforms, social media, digital publications, and presentation materials.
• Ensure Confidentiality: Handle sensitive corporate information, employee communications, business plans, and executive documents responsibly.
• Use Translation Technology: Apply computer‑assisted translation (CAT) tools, terminology databases, and approved AI‑assisted translation tools where appropriate, with careful human review.
• Incorporate Feedback: Respond constructively to reviewer comments, revise translations when required, and continuously improve translation quality.
• Monitor Quality Standards: Follow internal quality assurance procedures and ensure translated materials meet the organizations accuracy, clarity, and formatting requirements.

3. Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Translation, Languages, French Studies, English, Communications, Linguistics, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent written and reading proficiency in both French and English.
• Strong command of French and English grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, punctuation, and professional writing conventions.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business and corporate communications accurately without losing meaning or context.
• Excellent proofreading, editing, and quality‑control skills.
• Strong understanding of corporate communication styles, professional correspondence, and organizational messaging.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to adapt content for different French- and English‑speaking audiences.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Workspace, or similar productivity tools.
• Experience using translation software, CAT tools, translation memories, and terminology management systems is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, including the ability to manage multiple translation assignments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• High levels of accuracy, discretion, professionalism, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to learn new tools, follow established style guidelines, and adapt to changing business requirements.
• Professional translation qualifications or recognized language certifications are advantageous. Candidates with equivalent practical experience and a strong portfolio of relevant translations may also be considered.

4. Experience

Candidates with approximately 1–3 years of experience in translation, proofreading, localization, corporate communications, or bilingual content development are preferred. The exact experience requirement will depend on the level of the position.

• Translating corporate documents, business correspondence, employee communications, or executive messages.
• Working with bilingual communications teams or international organizations.
• Editing and proofreading French- and English‑language content.
• Translating marketing materials, website content, presentations, reports, or internal company announcements.
• Managing translation projects with competing deadlines.
• Using CAT tools, translation memories, terminology databases, or content management systems.
• Maintaining consistency across recurring corporate communications.

Candidates with less formal experience may be considered for junior opportunities if they demonstrate strong language proficiency, excellent writing skills, and the ability to produce accurate, polished translations.

5. Working Hours

Working hours will depend on the employment arrangement, project requirements, and location.

• Full‑Time: Typically 35–40 hours per week, depending on company policy and applicable local employment regulations.
• Part‑Time: Flexible schedules may be available based on workload and project deadlines.
• Remote Work: Eligible employees may work remotely, subject to company policies and role requirements.
• Collaboration Hours: Availability during agreed team meetings and stakeholder working hours may be required.
• Project Deadlines: The translator must manage assignments efficiently and communicate promptly when deadlines or priorities change.
• Flexible Scheduling: Flexible start and finish times may be considered where operational requirements permit.
• Any additional hours, overtime arrangements, or time‑zone requirements will be communicated during the recruitment process.

6. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Language and Translation Knowledge

• Strong understanding of French-English translation principles and professional language conventions.
• Ability to recognize differences in meaning, tone, idiomatic expressions, and cultural context.
• Knowledge of corporate terminology and business writing standards.
• Ability to maintain the original message while producing natural, readable translations.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in word‑processing and presentation software.
• Ability to work with digital documents, spreadsheets, PDFs, and content management systems.
• Familiarity with translation memory tools, CAT software, terminology databases, and quality assurance tools.
• Ability to use approved AI‑assisted language tools responsibly, verify generated output, and protect confidential information.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written communication and editing abilities in French and English.
• Ability to clarify ambiguous source material with relevant stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach to feedback.
• Ability to explain translation choices and terminology decisions when needed.

Organizational Abilities

• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and manage deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to maintain organized translation files, glossaries, and project records.
• Capacity to work independently and contribute effectively to a collaborative team.

Professional Attributes

• Integrity and respect for confidentiality.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

7. Benefits

Depending on the employment arrangement, location, and applicable company policies, eligible employees may receive benefits such as:

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience, language proficiency, and role responsibilities.
• Remote or hybrid working opportunities where available.
• Flexible scheduling, subject to business requirements.
• Professional development opportunities in translation, localization, and corporate communications.
• Access to language resources, translation tools, and relevant training.
• Opportunities to collaborate with cross‑functional and international teams.
• Experience working on diverse corporate communication projects.
• Potential career progression into senior translation, localization, language quality assurance, or communications positions.
• Supportive team collaboration and constructive professional feedback.
• Paid leave and other applicable employment benefits, subject to eligibility and company policy.

Specific compensation, benefits, and employment conditions will be explained during the recruitment process. Benefits are not guaranteed unless confirmed in the formal employment offer.

8. Why Join HR Service Jobs?

Joining HR Service Jobs offers an opportunity to apply professional language skills in a business‑focused environment where accuracy, clarity, and effective communication are essential.

As a French-English Translator – Corporate Communications, you will help ensure that important business messages reach diverse audiences in a clear, culturally appropriate, and professional manner. Your work will contribute to stronger communication between teams, improved employee engagement, and consistent corporate messaging.

This position offers opportunities to develop expertise in business translation, corporate writing, localization, and language quality assurance. You will have the chance to collaborate with professionals across departments, work on varied communication materials, and strengthen your understanding of international business practices.

HR Service Jobs welcomes candidates who value linguistic excellence, professional integrity, continuous learning, and teamwork. Whether you are an experienced translator or an emerging language professional with strong French and English skills, this role may provide a valuable opportunity to build your career in corporate communications.