Translator

Description du poste

Titre du poste : Translator

Lieu : Montreal, QC (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link:

Modèle de travail : Hybrid Work Model

Gamme salariale : 4 ($55,000 - $60,000 CAD)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way

Impact

MAKING AN IMPACT
Under the direct supervision of the national translation manager, the translator-reviser translates documents into French and is also called upon to provide revision services for texts written in French, as well as terminology services and linguistic advice.

In addition, this person provides quality assurance for external translations into French (and occasionally into English) such as: key messages, press releases, guides and toolkits for fundraising activities, human resources documents, banners, etc.

Ce que vous ferez

• Translate documents submitted by the various departments of the Canadian Cancer Society, mainly from English to French, or from French to English, as required.
• Use translation support tools, such as a translation memory and artificial intelligence, according to CCS quality standards.
• Revise and edit content translated primarily from English into French (Word and Excel documents, PowerPoint presentations) to ensure the use of plain language, compliance with CCS standards and consistency with existing approved tools.
• Review document proofs in their final format (PDF, banners, mass emails, website, among others).
• Work with authors, internal clients and others requesting services to provide translations that meet their needs and CCS quality standards.
• Maintain links with suppliers of translation-revision products and services according to their fields of expertise.
• Attend team meetings conducted mainly in French.
• Participate in various Communications and Marketing Department projects.
• Contribute to the translation and adaptation of the annual update of the Canadian Cancer Society Writing Manual and in the creation of lexicons on the terminology used by different departments.
• Contribute to the work of team members and collaborate on any related mandate assigned by their immediate supervisor.
• Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in translation, certificate in revision, or a combination of training and equivalent experience.
• At least three years of experience translating from English into French in a supervised environment, preferably in the health field, and significant experience as a reviser.
• Strong writing skills, critical thinking, broad general knowledge, rigour, and creativity.
• Bilingualism required: Excellent oral and written communication skills in both French and English.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams).
• Knowledge of traditional computer-aided translation (CAT) tools, language project management tools and neural translation tools.
• Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply new knowledge.
• Knowledge of NPOs and the health environment, an asset.
• Strong sense of customer service, excellent communication skills, strong team spirit.
• At least one year of experience in web publishing.
• At least two years of experience reviewing plain language principles.
• Knowledge related to cancer health and terminology, an asset.
• Certificate in web publishing, an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Others may apply

Ce que vous pouvez attendre de nous

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change:

COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily.

Come as you are

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.

Comment postuler

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectations by April 24th, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Autres informations

CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

Divulgation de confidentialité

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

Divulgation IA

We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

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