Legal Translator (US-Based Contractor)

Prisma-International,-Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma International, Inc. seeks US-based professional legal translators to join an independent contractor team. You will translate, edit, and proofread from English into your native language using XTM CAT tool, ensuring high-quality, human translation.

Requirements include ATA or DSHS LTC certification, 2 years' court translation experience, and proficiency with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat. The role emphasizes strict adherence to ethics, MSA, and project guidelines.

Qualifications

• ATA Certified or DSHS LTC Certified in the target language pair.
• Two years of experience translating for U.S. state courts and judicial offices.
• Fluent in English and the target language.
• Experience with modern CAT tools; XTM provided by Prisma.
• Proficiency with PC/MAC, MS Word, and Adobe Acrobat markup tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide purely human written translations using a CAT tool (XTM provided).
• Adhere to project work instructions, glossaries, and reference materials.
• Ensure source content's style and register are suitable for the target language.
• Perform quality checks to ensure accurate translations.
• Deliver completed jobs by deadlines and budgets.
• Review target PDFs for accuracy using Adobe mark-up tools.
• Communicate professionally with Prisma team members.
• Participate in quality management processes (CARs, RCAs).
• Protect sensitive information (PHI, PII, SBU).
• Follow Prisma's MSA and Vendor Guide.

Skills

Legal translation expertise

Fluent in English & target language

PC & MAC proficiency

Tools

XTM CAT Tool

Adobe Acrobat markup tools

MS Word & PDF with fillable fields

Job description

Prisma International, Inc. seeks US-based professional legal translators to join an independent contractor team. You will translate, edit, and proofread from English into your native language using XTM CAT tool, ensuring high-quality, human translation.

Requirements include ATA or DSHS LTC certification, 2 years' court translation experience, and proficiency with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat. The role emphasizes strict adherence to ethics, MSA, and project guidelines.