Legal Translator-Cantonese

Overview

The Legal Translator will play a critical role in providing high-quality translation services in the legal field.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

• Provide written translation services for legal documents including letters, reports, website content, posters, brochures, general information documents, correspondence, etc.
• Preserve the original content, meaning and tone of the document.
• Translate with cultural sensitivity and clarity.
• Edit and proofread translated documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to legal terminology.
• Conduct a quality edit proof process when assigned for review.
• Follow style guides, glossaries, and clients’ preferences.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all translated materials.
• Stay up to date with legal terminology and industry best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or 4 years of experience.
• Fluency in one of the following languages:
  Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Somali.
• One of the following certifications:
  Legal Translation online certifications, CTP (Certified Translation Professional), ATA (American Translators Association), AOC (Administrative Office of the Court), NAJIT (National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators).
• Experience working in state department, with refugees, in court/legal settings, and familiarity with legal terminology; experience with publications.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

• Minimum
  
  Skills Required:
  
  Must possess problem-solving skills; exceptional written communication skills; ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency; highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks; ability to forge new relationships, individual and team-based; self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.

• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a foreign language, linguistics or a related field.

Pay Range: USD $45.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.

Location:

United States

Remote:
Yes

Clearance Required:

None