Burmese to/from English - Translator and Editor

This is a remote position.

Burmese-to-English or English-to-Burmese Translator and/or Editor

Remote | Ongoing, Freelance Independent Contractor Opportunity

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**Important Requirement: Candidates mustbe U.S.citizenswilling tocompletea Tier 1 background investigation, including fingerprinting.

Position Overview:

GLS isseekingan experienced Burmese-to-English or English-to-Burmese translator and editor tosupport ongoing document translation and editing assignments.

This remote, freelance independent contractor role involves translating and editing a variety of official documents, including vital records, legal documents, official certificates, and academic transcripts. Assignments will be provided on an as-needed basis and may require quick turnaround timelines.

Key Responsibiliti​​es:
- Translate Burmese to English or English to Burmese 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,

Requirements

Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship and current residence in the United States are required.

- Native or highly proficient Burmese 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.

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