[Hiring] Thai to/from English - Legal Translator and Editor @Global Language Strategies

Role Description

This is a remote position for a Thai-to-English or English-to-Thai Legal Translator and/or Editor. This remote, freelance independent contractor role involves translating and editing a variety of official documents, including:

• Vital records
• Legal documents
• Official certificates
• Academic transcripts

Assignments will be provided on an as-needed basis and may require quick turnaround timelines.

• Translate Thai to English or English to Thai into an accurate product.
• Edit and review translated materials for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and consistency.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all client-specific instructions and formatting requirements.
• Meet assigned deadlines, including one-to-two-day turnaround timelines when required.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and current residence in the United States are required.
• Native or highly proficient Thai and English language skills.
• A Bachelor’s degree in translation, linguistics, language studies, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Two to five years of proven experience as a translator and/or editor.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent formatting skills, and the ability to produce client-ready work.
• Reliable, deadline-oriented, highly productive, and comfortable working independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, professional approach.
• Access to up-to-date Windows software and the ability to work with standard document formats.
• Able to provide per-word rates for translation and editing.
• Willingness to accept assignments on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship willing to complete a Tier 1 background investigation, including fingerprinting.