This role is 4 days in office - MontrealThe Linguistic Services team translates and revises various documents for clients as well as for the firm's business services. The associate director and lawyer-revisor works closely with the firm’s lawyers and clients, and less frequently with various business services colleagues across the firm.RoleThe Associate Director and Lawyer-Revisor revises the legal aspects of a range of French and English translations in various areas of the law. They will serve as a dual-qualified legal and linguistic expert, reviewing, editing, and occasionally translating specialized legal texts, such as securities, commercial contract, and financial market documents.

They ensure consistency, precision, and legal accuracy, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.This is a senior role since this person is also in charge of the computer-assisted translation (CAT) software and tools and related vendor relationships for the department.Additionally, this person also manages members of the team.The role combines a deep understanding of the Linguistic Services mission within the firm with sound business acumen, proven managerial qualities and a solid understanding of the technological developments in the market.Key responsibilitiesRevise, from a legal standpoint, the French and English translations produced by the team for the firm's clients in order to provide a translation opinion, if necessary, in legal and financial areas and meet what are often very tight deadlinesProvide translators with feedback and discusses same, as neededBe the contact person in the absence of the director, linguistic services leader for all aspects of service managementManage complex client files, includingReceiving client requests, negotiating and establishing billable fees and providing client service from beginning to end of fileCoordinating the translation mandates with translators, proofreaders and assistants until the work is delivered to the clientLiaising with clients, other mandate stakeholders and lawyers within the firmLiaising with freelancers and external service providersTaking responsibility for the decisions pertaining to the processes,



the legal terminology to be used and the budget for the matterBeing the contact for the client during the performance of the matterBilling hours as per the established client budgetStay abreast of the new tools and technological developments in the translation industry; explore the related opportunities and costs and prepare reports on the subject for the directorTake the role of business lead in any technology-related project involving other business services and stakeholdersSpearhead the implementation and use of the technological tools within the departmentCoordinate the related trainingBe the main contact for vendors of our translation toolsLeadership responsibilities:Manage members of the linguistic teams reporting to him or her, coaching and mentoring revisors on the team and advise them as needed.Dealing with client requests that usually include extremely tight deadlinesCommunicating with clients about translation issues or problemsUnderstanding the process from start to finish to ensure the smooth execution of mandatesKnowing how to organize a team and manage the deadlines assigned to each team memberRepresenting the firm professionally in his or her communications and way of beingRemaining calm under pressure to keep the team engaged and reassuredDemonstrating persuasiveness within the team to ensure the mandates’ successEffectively managing the changes and uncertainty brought about by technological innovationsBeing convincing to ensure successful implementation of new work methods or processes as they relate to technologyBeing able to play a pivotal role as business lead during any project management processBeing able to discuss new developments with vendorsCoordinating with freelancers and outside translation providers, if necessary, during busy periodsStaying abreast of new legislation and regulations,



especially in the area of securitiesSkills and experience requiredMember of the Québec Bar for at least 10 yearsExcellent command of French and EnglishBeing able to value difference and promote a culture of respect for each individualStrong and unwavering focus on language quality, clarity and accuracyStrong business and political acumenSound grasp of the financing, accounting and securities sectorsProven curiosity for tools used and new developments in the translation industryTact and persuasiveness in dealing with other departments and stakeholders and vendorsAbility to work under pressure and outside regular business hoursAbility to manage a team seamlessly, with equanimity and self-confidenceStrong communication skills, both internal and externalTeam player, detail-oriented, thorough and organizedSuperior interpersonal and client management skillsPossess cooperative and superior relationship-building skillsDemonstrated curiosity about the tools used and the advances made in the translation sectorExperience as a revisor in a structured firm, a definite assetAbility to switch from administrative work to review work efficiently and in a timely mannerWhy join our team:Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!Training and development programs based on your interests and needsReady to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click Diversity, equity and inclusion | Canada | Global law firm | Norton Rose Fulbright .Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. comPlease note that this job posting is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.

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📌 Associate Director, Linguistic Services and Lawyer-Revisor (Montreal)
🏢 Norton Rose Fulbright
📍 Montreal