Legal Translator, Editor​/Transcriber

Legal Translator, Editor and/or Transcriber Join to apply for the Legal Translator, Editor and/or Transcriber role at Global Language Strategies Legal Translator, Editor and/or Transcriber Join to apply for the Legal Translator, Editor and/or Transcriber role at Global Language Strategies Benefits: • Bilingual • Remote • Translator • Freelance • Flexible schedule Legal Translator, Editor and/or Transcriber - Japanese to/from English - Remote Status: Contractor, Part-Time Global Language Strategies, headquartered in the Washington DC metropolitan region, is currently seeking a freelance translator, editor, and/or transcriber to translate, edit, and/or transcribe legal documents between English and Japanese. Job Duties: • Provide accurate translation and/or editing of documents and/or transcription of audio files involving law enforcement and legal subject matter from Japanese to/from English. • Edit audio transcriptions that include slang and idioms. • Edit legal documents, such as affidavits, depositions, etc., while demonstrating a strong command of legal terminology in both English and the target language. • Excellent written communication skills in English and the target foreign language, with Advanced Proficiency (reading/speaking/listening, writing) level 3-plus in English and the foreign target language, as assessed by the International Language Roundtable (ILR) scale. • Translate and/or transcribe following the government client’s style guides and quality standards. • Use domain-specific terminology. • Review and certify the quality of other translators’ work, as needed. • Highly proficient in MS Office, with the ability to mirror source document format in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Familiar with the use of CAT tools, such as Trados Studio. • Abide by a code of ethics when performing transcription and translation work. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: • Willing to undergo a U.S. government background check to obtain a Public Trust Clearance Moderate Level. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. • At least 3 years of experience in translating and/or editing between English and a foreign language. • At least 3 years of experience performing audio transcription with the ability to use software to enhance sound and equipment to aid in transcription. • Familiar with legal terminology in both English and the target foreign language(s). • Proficient in Microsoft Office. 6 Translators and editors must proficiently use CAT tools, such as SDL Trados. Preferred Qualifications: • ATA, NAJIT or other relevant professional certification. This is a remote position. Seniority level • Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type • Employment type Full-time Job function • Job function Information Technology • Industries Translation and Localization Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Global Language Strategies by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Legal Translator” roles. Legal Translator, Editor and Transcriber Washington, DC $75,000.00-$95,000.00 1 month ago Law Scholars for Change Fall 2025/Spring 2026 Legal Internship Program for Animals We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job Apply To this Job