Hybrid work schedule - 4 days in office - Montreal office
The translator-revisor revises the legal aspects of a range of French and English translations in various areas of the law. They will serve as a dual‑qualified legal and linguistic expert, reviewing, editing, and occasionally translating specialized legal texts, such as securities, commercial contracts, and financial market documents. They ensure consistency, precision, and legal accuracy, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
You will be focusing on:
Revise, from a legal standpoint, the French and English translations produced by the team for the firm's clients in order to provide a translation opinion, if necessary, in legal and financial areas and meet often very tight deadlines
Provide translators with feedback and discusses same, as needed
Manage complex client files, including:
Receiving client requests and providing client service, from beginning to end of file
Coordinating the translation mandates with translators, proofreaders and assistants until the work is delivered to the client
Liaising with external clients, printers, lawyers and other mandate stakeholders
Liaising with freelancers and external service providers
Taking responsibility for the decisions pertaining to the processes, the legal terminology to be used and the budget for the matter
Conduct the necessary terminology research and take all necessary measures to deliver a high-quality translation
Serving as the contact for the client during the performance of the matter
Billing fees as per the established client budget
What you bring to the role:
Bachelor of Law degree (major asset)
Bachelor’s degree or a post graduate Diploma in Translation
Experience as a legal translator for at least 5-10 years, translating and revising documents relating to business and commercial law
Sound grasp of the financing, accounting and securities sectors
Relevant experience in Linguistic Services an advantage
Excellent command of French and English
Familiarity with AI platforms, CAT tools and translation management systems (TMS) an advantage
Strong and unwavering focus on language quality, clarity and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure and outside regular office hours
Ability to manage a team seamlessly, with equanimity and self-confidence
Team player, detail-oriented, thorough and organized
Strong communication skills
Superior interpersonal and client management skills
Norton Rose Fulbright is a large international legal practice with multiple offices around the world. Its clientele is also international, so we must be able to provide services in English and in French. As a result, a good working knowledge of both languages is required, since you will communicate frequently with managers and/or colleagues in other provinces or countries and/or will serve our clients in both languages.
Why join our team:
Hybrid work environment
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Benefit premiums paid by the firm
Telemedicine services
Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
Training and development programs based on your interests and needs
Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!
As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.
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