French to/from English - Translator and Editor

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES in the United States seeks a remote French-to-English or English-to-French translator and editor for ongoing freelance work, handling official documents such as vital records, legal papers, certificates, and transcripts.

This independent contractor role demands accuracy, strict confidentiality, and the ability to meet tight turnaround timelines when needed, with assignments issued on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Native or high proficiency in French and English.
• Bachelor's degree in translation, linguistics, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years translation/editing experience.
• Ability to produce client-ready work with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Translate French to English or English to French with accuracy.
• Edit and review translations for grammar, formatting, and consistency.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow client-specific instructions.
• Meet deadlines, including tight one- to two-day turnarounds when required.

Skills

French

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in translation/linguistics

Tools

Windows

Job description

This is a remote position. French-to-English or English-to-French Translator and/or Editor Remote | Ongoing, Freelance Independent Contractor Opportunity

Important Requirement: Candidates mustbe U.S.citizenswilling tocompletea Tier 1 background investigation, including fingerprinting.

Position Overview: GLS isseekingan experienced French-to-English or English-to-French translator and editor tosupport ongoing document translation and editing assignments. This remote, freelance independent contractor role involves translating and editing a variety of official documents, including vital records, legal documents, official certificates, and academic transcripts. Assignments will be provided on an as-needed basis and may require quick turnaround timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate French to English or English to French into an accurate product.
• Edit and review translated materials for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and consistency.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all client-specific instructions and formatting requirements.
• Meet assigned deadlines, including one-to-two-day turnaround timelines, when required.

Requirements Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and current residence in the United States are required.
• Native or highly proficient French and English language skills.
• A Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, language studies, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Two to five years of proven experience as a translator and/or editor.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent formatting skills, and the ability to produce client-ready work.
• Reliable, deadline-oriented, highly productive, and comfortable working independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, professional approach.
• Access to up-to-date Windows software and the ability to work with standard document formats.
• Able to provide per-word rates for translation and editing.
• Willingness to accept assignments on an as-needed basis.