Legal Translator
1 month ago
The National Judicial Institute (NJI) is an independent, bilingual, not‐for‐profit organization, based in Ottawa and Montreal, with a mandate to coordinate and deliver educational programming to members of the judiciary across Canada.
Since its inception in 1988, the NJI has continued to develop and deliver stimulating programs and a variety of digital resources that foster judicial excellence. These resources include Judicial Education Guides, Electronic Bench Books, educational modules to assist in program design, and an online judicial library. As part of its curriculum, the NJI offers over 70 judicial education programs each year. Alone or in partnership with courts and other organizations, the NJI is involved in the delivery of the majority of education taken by judges in Canada.
The NJI is looking to fill the permanent position of Legal Translator based in Ottawa.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision and guidance of the Director, Operations the Legal Translator will assist their colleagues in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and style of language products. This includes the provision of in-house legal and general translation, the revision and correction of external translations and the review of communications and education products for language accuracy.
**Specifically, the responsibilities of the position include**:
In-House Translation
1. Provide in-house translation services from English to French for NJI internal department products (i.e., Bench Books, e-Letters);
2. Provide in-house translation services from English to French for NJI internal documents (i.e. internal governance committees and policies); and
3. Work collaboratively with their colleagues and assist them with drafting French language communications.
External Translations
1. Proofread, revise and correct external and machine-based translations, as assigned; and
2. Support and assist the development and implementation of machine-based translations within the Institute.
Proofreading and Editing
2. Check French versions of final print-ready and digital products, as above, for consistency and style in line with the NJI Style Guidelines; and,
3. Add, verify, and update hyperlinks, and check references in French language products.
Translation Coordination
1. Provide support to the Translations Coordinator, when requested; and
2. Coordinate translation for special projects.
Administration
1. Maintain the NJI French Language Style Guide;
2. Maintain terminology glossaries;
3. Work collaboratively with colleagues to assist with other administrative tasks, such as following up on record keeping, process documentation, etc.; and
4. Assist with other projects, as defined.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
1. University degree in linguistics, translation studies or related field, and/or specialization in legal translation;
2. Minimum of 3 years of translation experience;
3. Fluently bilingual in French and English (R/W/O); and
4. Proficiency with Office 365.
Desirable
1. Degree in law;
2. Membership in an association of translators in Canada;
3. Experience in working in a nonprofit organization;
4. Knowledge of court jurisdictions and structure;
5. Proficiency in SharePoint; and
6. Proficiency in Project Management Software, such as Asana.
SKILLS
1. Collect information and present options with professionalism and integrity;
2. Build relationships with colleagues and clients using judgment and courtesy;
3. Meet deadlines, work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and consistently demonstrate the ability to work on a team;
4. Ability to organize tasks to handle operational activities, follow policies and exercise good judgment;
5. Ability to adhere to procedures, business processes and quality standards, and recommend improvements; and
6. Maintain professional ethics, discretion; protect sensitive information.
COMPENSATION
**What We Offer**:
- A hybrid work environment, with core office days - allowing you the best of both working from home and in-person, in a collaborative team environment.
- A competitive salary with step increases based on experience.
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits, starting on your first day with us.
- A competitive vacation package, with an annual holiday closure.
- Work-life balance: 35-hour work week, personal days, and schedule flexibility.
- Organization-wide social events and training opportunities.
- A meaningful career, supporting the building of independent judicial education on topics that matter for all Canadians.
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