This is a remote position.

Freelance English-to-Japanese Legal Translator and/or Editor

Company: Global Language Strategies

Location: Remote / as needed

Position Type:Freelance / Contract, ongoing as needed

Global Language Strategies is seeking a qualified freelance linguist to provide English-to-Japanese legal translation and/or editing services. 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.

Requirements

1. A minimum of three years of professional experience providing legal translation and/or editing services.
2. Native-level Japanese and English writing skills.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. legal, judicial, and technical terminology in English and Japanese.
4. Bachelor’s degree in a foreign language, linguistics, translation, or a comparable field.
5. Experience using computer-assisted translation tools; Trados experience is preferred.
6. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

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.

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