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SGSFrench Translator
SGS is hiring a French Translator for a full-time, on-site role. This position involves converting business correspondence, reports, emails, and various documents between French and English…
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SGS is hiring a French Translator for a full-time, on-site role. This position involves converting business correspondence, reports, emails, and various documents between French and English while preserving the original context, tone, and meaning. The professional in this role will review and edit translated content for accuracy, manage terminology databases and glossaries, and collaborate with internal teams to understand project needs. Additional duties include handling sensitive and confidential paperwork securely,…
Job Description
SGS is hiring a French Translator for a full-time, on-site role. This position involves converting business correspondence, reports, emails, and various documents between French and English while preserving the original context, tone, and meaning. The professional in this role will review and edit translated content for accuracy, manage terminology databases and glossaries, and collaborate with internal teams to understand project needs. Additional duties include handling sensitive and confidential paperwork securely, meeting established schedules, and providing interpretation support during business discussions as necessary.
Ideal candidates possess strong writing, proofreading, and editing capabilities alongside complete bilingual fluency in written and spoken French and English. While a degree in linguistics, translation, communications, or a related discipline is preferred, applicants with prior experience in language services will find this position well-suited to their background. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and translation technologies is useful for managing multiple tasks efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Translate emails, reports, business correspondence, and documents between French and English
- Proofread and review translated text to guarantee accuracy and grammatical correctness
- Preserve the original context, tone, and meaning of source materials
- Communicate with internal teams and stakeholders to clarify project needs
- Handle sensitive and confidential documents securely
- Keep translation databases, glossaries, and terminology references current
- Meet scheduled deadlines while maintaining high output quality
- Provide interpretation during business meetings when needed
Requirements
- Fluent in both written and spoken French and English
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Detail-oriented with strong cultural awareness
- Capable of managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, Languages, Communications, or a related field
- Prior experience working as a Language Specialist, Interpreter, or French Translator
- Experience using Computer-Assisted Translation tools
- French language proficiency at the C1 or C2 level
- Familiarity with translation software such as Smartcat, MemoQ, or SDL Trados
- Background in handling business-related, technical, legal, or financial documents
Core Skills
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What is the employment type for the French Translator role?
This position is full-time and on-site.
Who is the hiring employer?
The position is offered by SGS.
What salary is offered for this position?
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What education is required to apply?
A bachelor's degree in translation, languages, linguistics, communications, or a related discipline is preferred but not strictly listed as a mandatory requirement.
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