Freelance English-to-German Legal Translator and/or Editor
Company: Global Language Strategies
Location: Remote / As needed
Position Type: Freelance / Contract
Global Language Strategies is seeking a qualified freelance linguist to provide English-to-German legal translation and/or editing services for a United States Government client. This is an ongoing, as-needed contract opportunity for experienced professionals with strong legal terminology skills, excellent written accuracy, and the ability to deliver high-quality work remotely.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of professional experience providing legal translation and/or editing services.
- Native-level French writing skills and advanced proficiency in written English.
- Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. legal, judicial, and technical terminology in English and German.
- Bachelor’s degree in a foreign language, linguistics, translation, or a comparable field.
- Experience using computer-assisted translation tools; Trados experience is preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Security and Citizenship Requirements:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and must be willing to complete security clearance processing, including fingerprinting, if selected.
Availability:
Candidates should generally be available between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on most weekdays and able to accept on-demand assignments totaling approximately 10 to 15 hours per week, as needed.
This is a remote position.