Nepali to/from English - Translator and Editor

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOBAL LANGUAGE STRATEGIES is seeking a remote Nepali-to-English or English-to-Nepali translator and editor for ongoing freelance work. The role involves handling official documents with quick turnarounds, while maintaining confidentiality and client formatting guidelines.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of translation/editing experience, native or near-native bilingual skills, and a degree in translation or linguistics.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and current residence in the United States.
• Native or highly proficient Nepali and English language skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, language studies, or equivalent preferred.
• Two to five years of proven translation and/or editing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and client-ready formatting.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Translate Nepali to English or English to Nepali accurately.
• Edit and review translations for accuracy, grammar, and formatting.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow client-specific instructions.
• Meet deadlines, including tight turnaround times as required.

Skills

Translation

Editing

Proofreading

Nepali-English

English-Nepali

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in translation/linguistics/language studies

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Job description

This is a remote position. Nepali-to-English or English-to-Nepali 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 Nepali-to-English or English-to-Nepali 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 Nepali to English or English to Nepali 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

• U.S. Citizenship and current residence in the United States are required.
• Native or highly proficient Nepali 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.