French Localization Specialist

French Localization Specialist (Canadian French)

Location:

Remote/Hybrid

Type:
Contract

We are seeking an experienced French Localization Specialist to deliver high-quality Canadian French translations and localized content across a variety of digital, marketing, and internal communications channels. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure translated content is accurate, culturally relevant, compliant, and aligned with brand standards.

• Translate, localize, edit, and proofread content from English to Canadian French.
• Ensure consistency with brand, legal, compliance, and editorial guidelines.
• Review localized experiences to maintain intent, quality, and user-friendly language.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, content owners, and external language service providers.
• Utilize translation management systems (TMS), including Trados Enterprise.
• Support localization best practices and advocate for high-quality French-language experiences.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Conduct final reviews and approvals of localized deliverables.

• 4+ years of localization, translation, or linguistic review experience.
• Expert-level Canadian French language skills, including grammar, spelling, and style.
• Strong understanding of French Canadian cultural and regional nuances.
• Experience with translation management systems (preferably Trados Enterprise).
• Familiarity with machine translation and AI-assisted localization tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Degree or diploma in Translation, Linguistics, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience localizing content in regulated industries.
• Knowledge of style guides, terminology management, and localization quality assurance (LQA).
• Experience with content management systems and linguistic testing.
• Familiarity with video localization workflows.
• Experience working within Agile or sprint-based environments.

A detail-oriented language professional who combines strong translation expertise with technical proficiency, stakeholder collaboration, and a passion for delivering exceptional French-language experiences.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.