Sleep Country Hiring for Bilingual Translator at Ottawa, ON Full Time

At Sleep Country Canada/ Dormez-Vous? We are passionate about all things sleep. We are a proud Canadian brand and sleep destination for all! We want to help all Canadians get a better night’s sleep.

We have a new opportunity for a Bilingual Translator where you will play a major role in ensuring the effective and timely delivery of bilingual information to our internal stakeholders.

Working at Sleep Country Canada (SCC) is more than just a job; it is your opportunity to realize your full potential! We trust you to make the right decisions- you will be motivated and empowered every day to make a positive difference to your team, the customer experience, and the growth of our business all while working in a fun work environment.

Job Description

Provide accurate translations of texts and documents (correspondence, reports, policies, manuals, advertising/marketing material) from English to French or vice-versa and ensure it meets company guidelines

Proofread all translated French/English material and correct any errors of content, spelling, grammar, punctuation and typing

Perform terminological research using previous translations, specialized dictionaries, reference material and bilingual documents

Establish and maintain standards with regards to quality, grammar, terminology, style and usage and ensure that all translations meet established standards

Work with and update translation memory and glossary such as WordFast and/or TM to perform translations

Regularly liaise and work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency of messaging and that conveying correct intent and meaning

Excellent communication with our internal clients and translation agencies to ensure timelines are met as well as consistency of messaging and that conveying correct intent and meaning

Research external vendors for specialized translation software and/or reference documents or materials (i.e., dictionaries, writing guides, etc) as required

Coordinate workflows and processes of the translation department (when needed)

Work on 5-10 different projects simultaneously

Qualifications

Do you have:
Bachelor degree or Certificate in Translation?

Minimum of 3-years’ experience in Translation?

A demonstrated knowledge of: translation theories, revision methods, techniques and standards, reference documents, online translation tools, writing styles, technical terminology; and terminology banks/databases

Proficient written and oral English & French

Experience working with a translation software such as Trados, Wordfast or any other translation software?

Have an elevated sense of collaboration and have a team work attitude?

Are you:
A self-starter who is resourceful and creative in finding ways to get things done?

Flexible and adaptable to change?

Able to juggle multiple priorities and competing deadlines?

Able and willing to do some overtime occasionally to meet deadlines?

Additional Information

Why work for us:
This is not just a job but a Career with opportunities for growth and advancement

We are the proud winners of:
Great Place to Work

Best Workplaces in Retail & Hospitality

Great Place to work for Giving Back

Robust Medical & Dental Benefits, Deferred Profit Sharing Plan

We will invest in you and provide training, mentoring and continuous development

Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers professional AND personal development (yes, you can get reimbursed for your scuba diving classes!)

Associate Discount Program

Wellness Credit

Regular social events (we work hard and play hard)

Employment Equity

We recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and we therefore encourage applications from Aboriginal Peoples, women, members of a visible minority, and persons with a disability.