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Welo Global

Japanese Linguist (Legal Specialist)

Posted 7 Days Ago
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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Australia
Mid level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Australia
Mid level
Translate, edit, and proofread certified legal content from English into Japanese in XTM; perform terminology research and TM/glossary maintenance; implement SME and LQA feedback; flag legal-risk issues; collaborate in a multi-vendor environment and meet strict SLAs. Support Standard Legal projects as needed.
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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

We are seeking an English into Japanese (ja-JP) Certified Legal linguist to replace our outgoing TEP resource on our Localization Program. You will handle end-to-end TEP (translate, edit, proofread) for Certified Legal content in XTM.

MAIN DUTIES

  • Translate, edit, and proofread certified legal content from English (en-US) into Japanese (ja-JP), preserving legal meaning, intent, and enforceability.
  • Work in XTM (online), following style guides, certified legal requirements, and terminology.
  • Perform terminology research; maintain and expand glossaries and TMs to client standards.
  • Implement SME and LQA feedback, address quality findings, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Flag linguistic or legal-risk issues proactively and propose resolutions.
  • Collaborate in a multi-vendor environment and meet strict turnaround SLAs.
  • As needed, support Standard Legal projects in addition to Certified Legal.

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Native fluency in Japanese (ja-JP) with excellent command of English (spoken and written).
  • Proven expertise in Certified Legal translation; strong background in legal domains relevant to a global tech company (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, EULAs, DPAs, compliance, procurement).
  • Proficient with XTM Cloud and QA/terminology tools; comfortable with TEP workflows.
  • Able to follow detailed instructions, style guides, and legal certification protocols.
  • Able to clearly explain translation decisions and rationale.
  • Experience delivering both translation and review in a multi-vendor setup.
  • Degree in linguistics, translation, or law (or equivalent professional experience).

NOTES

  • Industry: Certified Legal
  • Task type: Translation (TEP end-to-end)
  • Source language: en-US
  • Target language: ja-JP
  • TMS required: XTM (online)

Job Reference: #LI-JC1

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