This is a remote position.
Thai-to-English or English-to-Thai Translator and/or Editor
Remote | Ongoing, Freelance Independent Contractor Opportunity
**Important Requirement: Candidates must be U.S. citizens willing to complete a Tier 1 background investigation, including fingerprinting.
Position Overview:
GLS is seeking an experienced Thai-to-English or English-to-Thai translator and editor to support 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.
- Translate Thai to English or English to Thai 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 Thai 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.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Current residence in the United States
- Native or highly proficient Thai and English language skills
- Bachelor's degree in translation, linguistics, language studies, or equivalent qualification
- Two to five years of proven translator and/or editor experience
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent formatting skills
- Ability to produce client-ready work
- Reliable and deadline-oriented work style
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaborative and professional approach
- Access to up-to-date Windows software
- Ability to work with standard document formats
- Ability to provide per-word translation and editing rates
- Willingness to accept assignments on an as-needed basis
- Willingness to complete a Tier 1 background investigation, including fingerprinting
What We Do
Global Language Strategies LLC is an SBA 8a certified company focused on delivering superb language services, including linguist vetting, training, and project management. They are a recognized provider of high-quality certified translation services, supporting government initiatives.
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