French Localization Specialist
Localize English content into Canadian French and perform localization quality assurance on machine translations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure content aligns with brand, legal, and editorial standards.
- Hybrid
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 6, 2026
- Apply by Sep 5, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Location: Downtown Toronto (Hybrid – 3 days/week onsite) Pay Rate: 30/hr on T4 Contract: September 2026 – August 2027 Strong possibility of permanent conversion We're seeking a French Localization Specialist to support high-quality Canadian French content across internal and customer communications. What You'll Do Localize English content into Canadian French. Review machine translations and perform localization quality assurance (LQA). Ensure content aligns with brand, legal, compliance, and editorial standards. Manage translation memories using cloud-based Translation Management Systems. Collaborate with HR, legal, marketing, and enterprise stakeholders. Advocate for localization best practices and educate internal teams. What We're Looking For ✔ 4+ years of localization/translation experience ✔ Expert knowledge of Canadian French grammar, tone, spelling, and regional nuances ✔ Experience with Localization QA (LQA) and machine translation review ✔ Experience with Trados Enterprise, Phrase, XTM, Multitrans, or similar TMS platforms ✔ Adobe Workfront, Jira, SFMC/Taxi, and AI tools are strong assets ✔ Financial services, insurance, or another regulated industry experience preferred ✔ Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills French localization assessment will be part of the interview process.
What you’ll do
Localize English content into Canadian French and perform localization quality assurance on machine translations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure content aligns with brand, legal, and editorial standards.
Requirements
Requires over 4 years of localization experience with expert knowledge of Canadian French and proficiency in TMS platforms like Trados or Phrase. Experience in regulated industries such as financial services or insurance is preferred.
Listed skills
- JiraPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Canadian French Localization
- Localization Quality Assurance
- Machine Translation Review
- Translation Management Systems
- Stakeholder Management
- Trados Enterprise
- Phrase
- XTM
- Multitrans
- Adobe Workfront
- Jira
- SFMC/Taxi
- AI Tools
- Editorial Standards
- Compliance
Job areas
- Creative & Media
- Marketing
- Technology
- Finance & Accounting
- Administrative
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 5, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Office presence
- 3 days per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available