Translator (from English to French)

1 week ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Bank of Canada Full time
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Bank is committed to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of our country and is representative and inclusive of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By living our values and prioritizing our actions to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion, the Bank ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more engaging workplace.

We make career growth and professional development a priority. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce.

Let our team know if you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or other reason. We can provide support in multiple ways, from using this site and submitting your application, right through to the interview process. If you are the successful candidate, you can also discuss accommodation needs when you receive your offer.

We invite you to join an organization where differences are seen as strengths and are recognized, valued and respected. We welcome all candidates to apply and strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they identify with an Employment Equity designated group (Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Women or Racialized/Visible Minorities).

Translator (from English to French)

Take a central role

The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada's economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.

What you will do
Your main duties will be to translate general and specialized documents from English to French. This includes the Bank's key publications, speeches, technical economic texts and other high-visibility material.

You will also be asked to:

- contribute to the internal terminology database
- revise, as needed, the output of colleagues or external service providers
- offer advice on French language and French-Canadian cultures to Bank employees and senior leadership
- actively manage special translation projects, thinking innovatively to find solutions to problems
- occasionally coordinate the proofreading of specific publications

What you need to succeed
You have mastered the art of translating and adapting content, even on complex topics. Fluent in both French and English, you know and understand our country's diverse French-speaking audiences. You keep abreast of new technologies that facilitate your work as a language professional, and use them readily.

In addition:

- you have acquired solid research methods, are thorough and exercise sound judgment
- you have strong analytical skills and a constant desire to learn
- you can easily adapt to changing operational requirements and priorities
- you are able to work effectively, whether independently or within a team
- you have a strong knowledge of desktop applications (i.e., Microsoft Office suite), commonly used translation databases as well as computer-assisted translation tools
- you are very familiar with the principles of inclusive and plain language and you know how to apply them to the translation of texts for the general public

Your education and experience
The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in translation from English to French, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience and proven ability to translate high-quality texts without revision. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice-to-have

- Work experience as a translator in a high-performance translation team
- Experience in economic and financial translation
- Strong knowledge of computer-assisted translation tools, especially LogiTerm
- Certified translator from English to French (i.e., OTTIAQ or ATIO)

Language requirement
The Bank's work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada's official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional).

What you need to know

- Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
- Relocation assistance may be provided, if required

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank's hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit our website.

- Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $92,346 to $108,643 (job grade 16)
- The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
- Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
- Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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