Lead Certified Translator - Toronto - Transamerica

Description

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Job Family

Marketing Communications

Job Description Summary

This position provides English to French, and French to English, translation, proofreading, revision and adaptation of material produced by the Marketing department for World Financial Group. It also includes management of the translation services vendor to produce additional in‑language materials beyond French Canadian.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely translations from English to French, and French to English, of marketing material, sales tools, market commentaries, PowerPoint presentations, press releases, legal documents and other content as required.
• Adapt and localize content to ensure cultural relevance and compliance with Quebec language standards, while maintaining brand voice and tone.
• Develop written solutions that motivate the desired action among Quebec French‑speaking target audience.
• Review and revise translations internally and externally to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to linguistic and regulatory standards.
• Proofread final copies, printer proofs and web postings to guarantee quality and correctness before publication.
• Maintain and update the Linguistic Services terminology bank to ensure consistent usage of approved terminology across all materials.
• Manage relationships with translation services vendors to ensure timely delivery of high‑quality multilingual materials beyond French Canadian, including negotiating timelines, monitoring performance, and enforcing quality standards.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Compliance, and Legal teams to ensure translated materials meet regulatory requirements and align with corporate messaging.
• Conduct linguistic quality assurance checks and implement best practices for translation workflows and vendor management.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on language strategy for new campaigns and initiatives, including emerging markets and additional languages.
• Stay current with industry trends, language regulations, and translation technology to continuously improve processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• University degree/college diploma in translation, or equivalent work experience.
• Seven years of translation experience, preferably in the investment and/or insurance industry.
• Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC) (Certified Translator) Certificate.
• Order of Certified Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters of Quebec (OTTIAQ), Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario (ATIO), or Ontario Council on Community Interpreting (OCCI) affiliation.
• Excellent research skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to manage multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
• Self‑motivated and the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $85,000 - $95,000 CAD annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in‑office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

What We Offer

Compensation Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back‑Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion and Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company‑sponsored, employee‑driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica's Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.