Senior French Language Services (FLS) Specialist (12 months contract)

OLG•Toronto, ON

4d•CA$66,400 - CA$99,600•Onsite

About The Position

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate to provide expert adaptation, editing, proofreading, translation, harmonization and final signoff of OLG’s public-facing French materials. The role ensures consistency of French materials and messaging through OLG’s multi platforms and that all French materials are accurately and correctly presented and offer the same message as the English versions. The role is accountable for accuracy of thousands of OLG’s French public-facing touchpoints per year.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in French studies with a specialization in French translation or editing
3+ years’ experience in French translation, proofreading and/or editing.
Proficient in various software including Translation Management Systems (TMS)--FlowFit online form and MemoQ translation memory as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Experience Manager.
Expert oral and written fluency in French, with a specialization in French copy editing.
Expert English in order to understand subtleties of English in all contexts
Expert ability to edit and translate text from English to French and French to English
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
Flexibility
Problem solving skills
Negotiation skills

Responsibilities

Review, research, assess, and adjust the work of French translation agencies and translate text as required, ensure that all aspects of style, grammar, spelling, tone, consistency, interpretation, terminology, and content accuracy are maintained at the highest level of excellence as per established editorial standards, OLG’s business and legislated requirements
Proofread, review, edit, and approve a large volume of designed/creative material in digital or print format for OLG business lines covering a wide range of products and issues keeping established service protocols and meet converging client deadlines
Test and validate French content
Assist the Senior Manager FLS in developing and maintaining high-quality FLS services in accordance with OLG’s French Language Services Policy and in part through proactive monitoring of the delivery of such services to consumers and other stakeholders
Lead the rollout of a Translation Management System (TMS) including FlowFit online form and MemoQ translation memory or similar CAT tools. Develop and maintain term base with approved translations. Resolve issues with IT related to access, speed and security. Manage back end and administration of FlowFit.
Provide backup for the admin role as needed to ensure business continuity
Provide subject matter expertise (SME) back-up for Senior Manager FLS regarding OLG’s French Language Services Policy and the French Languages Services Act as appropriate, providing OLG business lines with advice aligned with regulatory compliance and adherence to the OLG FLS Policy