Job description:

Position Overview

The Linguistic Service Assistant will play a vital role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our linguists by performing a variety of support tasks. This position is ideal for an individual who is organized, tech-savvy, and has a keen interest in language services. The successful candidate will contribute to updating translation memory, creating term entries, and coordinating other linguistic resources to streamline workflow processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in the maintenance and updating of translation memories (TM) to ensure up-to-date and consistent translations.

- Create and manage terminology entries in glossaries and terminology databases, ensuring that they are accurate and comprehensive.

- Support linguists by conducting quality checks on completed translations for consistency and adherence to client-specific guidelines.

- Collaborate with the linguists to gather and organize reference materials, style guides, and other resources as needed for translation projects.

- Update clients instructions in the TMS

-Help with project management tasks, including document prep and DTP.

- Provide administrative support to the linguistics team, such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining documentation.

- Assist in the onboarding and training of new linguistic team members regarding internal tools and processes.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Translation, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- Familiarity with translation tools (CAT tools) and terminology management software.

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

- An enthusiasm for languages and a commitment to quality and accuracy in all work processes.

Linguistic Service Assistant (JC208)