French Canadian Linguist

Location: Spain

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Job Responsibilities:

Linguist P2 - Delivering quality linguistic services to our clients

MAIN DUTIES

The following is a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities and areas of ownership for this role:

* Performing on-demand translation tasks

* Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts

* Performing lead support on assigned projects or accounts

* Managing and maintaining the language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, work instruction) up to the quality standards and up to date as required by the account or project

* Managing project-related queries

* Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters

* Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as required

* Developing and training of internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the accounts' and Welocalize's needs

* Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required

* Participating in the development of new and improved working processes

* Meet or exceed the productivity KPI

* Achieving the goals set by the Squad Lead

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level

* University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience

* 3+ years of experience in translation/localization

Experience

* Native fluency in French Canadian

* Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

* Thorough understanding of the localization process.

* Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications.

* Good user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio, and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA

* Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly.

* Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

* Excellent knowledge of terminology used in two or more subject matters.

* Ability to work with tight deadlines.

* Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback.

* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists

* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

* Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge.

* Ability, willingness and experience in communicating positively with customers at various levels

* Ability to work within a virtual team

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