Legal Translator

Canadian Bar Association; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33.75-hour work week

Summer hours

December holiday closure

Job summary

The Canadian Bar Association seeks a Legal Translator in Ottawa to translate, review, and edit legal texts in English and French. The role covers transcripts, captions, and coordination with internal stakeholders, plus supervising freelance translators.

Requirements include a university degree in translation or linguistics, a law degree as an asset, and at least five years of English-French translation experience with strong bilingual skills and knowledge of Canadian law.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of English-French translation experience.
• Fluent bilingual skills, both written and oral.
• Knowledge of Canadian legal system.
• Experience with translation software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs translations of CBA documents and materials while preserving context.
• Reviews and edits translations for accuracy.
• Manages translation requests and coordinates freelance translators.
• Expands bilingual lexicon used for translations.
• Assists with intake of translation requests.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Excellent writing in English andFrench

Attention to detail

Client service

Microsoft Office

Translation software

Legal terminology

Education

University degree in Linguistics or Translation Studies

Law degree (asset)

Tools

Translation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Legal Translator reports to the Translation Manager and is responsible for translation, reviewing translated legal texts, and editorial duties in both official languages. The CBA offers a 33.75-hour work week, summer hours, and holiday closure in December.

Location

Languages

The CBA delivers services in both of Canada’s official languages. Fluent bilingual skills, both written and oral, are required.

$ 77026.95 per year or $ 43.89 hourly

Responsibilities

• Performs translations of CBA documents and materials:
  • Reads through, watches or listens to material in one language, ascertains understanding of the meaning and translates into a second language while preserving the original context and meaning;
  • Translates online, video and audio media to provide translated transcripts and closed captions;
  • Consults with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately;
  • Uses translation software to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Assigns translation work to freelance translators, as required
  • Reviews, proofreads, and edits completed translation assignments
• Assists with translation request intake, as required
• Expands bilingual lexicon used for translations
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• University degree in Linguistics, Translation Studies or a related area of study is required.
• University degree in Law, an asset.

E xperience

• A minimum 5-years’ experience in translating texts in English and French.

Skills and Abilities

• Bilingualism is required.
• Excellent written skills in French and English.
• Expert understanding of English and French grammar.
• Accuracy and keen attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and translation software.
• Excellent organizational skills and adherence to strict deadlines.
• Excellent client service approach through interaction with staff members, directors, executive directors.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively, under pressure, and as a part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Canadian legal system is required.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those under consideration. All applicants are encouraged to join the CBA Talent Community which establishes a list that may be considered for similar positions of various tenures.

The CBA is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its learning, work environments, and in its operations. We encourage applications from traditionally marginalized groups. We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this obligation, the CBA will make appropriate accommodations available upon request. Please inform the CBA, in advance, of the need for accommodation(s) during the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation. Requests can be made by email to HR (@) cba.org.