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Freelance Legal Translator | English to Galician

Remote from Spain·Added 1 month ago

Acclaro

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Overview

Job details

Freelance contract
Per the ad.
Fully remote
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Acclaro doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Galician
The ad asks for Galician, or counts it in your favour.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field .” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere, managing your own hours around project deadlines.
Long-Term Collaboration Opportunities: We aim to build lasting partnerships with our freelance linguists; successful candidates will become part of our preferred talent pool for ongoing, periodic project assignments.
Cutting-Edge Tech: Gain experience working with advanced localization workflows, AI-driven translation tools, and global brand content.
Elite Projects: Build your portfolio by working on software utilized by millions of global users daily.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Native-language proficiency in Galician, with exceptional writing skills in your target language.
Proven experience of 3 or more years in translation, preferably in a legal context.
Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of Galician legal terminology, formal register, and document conventions.
Experience translating, editing, or reviewing legal content such as contracts, policies, terms and conditions, compliance materials, regulatory content, or similar documents.
Strong legal, linguistic, and terminological research skills.
Experience working with client glossaries, terminology resources, style guides, and quality requirements.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to preserve legal meaning accurately.
The ability to identify ambiguities, inconsistencies, and potential terminology risks in source or translated content.
The ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with remote project teams.

The role

Acclaro is currently recruiting 2 experienced Freelance Legal Translators (English to Galician) to support an active client project.

This 100% remote freelance opportunity is ideal for legal linguists who combine exceptional Galician writing skills with strong legal terminology knowledge, thorough research capabilities, and an uncompromising commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

As part of the project, you will translate and review legal content for Galician-speaking audiences while preserving the meaning, legal intent, terminology, register, and structure of the source material.

Language Pair: English into Galician
Domain: Legal translation
Experience: 3+ years of translation experience
Contract type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
Engagement type: Active client project
Experience required: At least 3 years of professional translation experience, preferably involving legal content
Location: 100% remote
Compensation: Paid freelance engagement. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's proposed rates and project requirements.

What you'll do

Translate legal content accurately from English into Galician, preserving the meaning, legal intent, terminology, register, and structure of the source material.
Apply client-specific glossaries, terminology databases, style guides, and project instructions.
Review translations for accuracy, completeness, consistency, grammar, spelling, and appropriate legal register.
Identify and raise questions about unclear, ambiguous, or potentially inconsistent source content.
Collaborate with Acclaro's Project Management and linguistic teams to resolve terminology and quality-related questions.
Incorporate linguistic feedback and complete revisions when required.
Communicate proactively regarding questions, availability, deadlines, and potential delivery risks.

About Acclaro

Acclaro is a global language services and localization company that helps brands expand internationally by translating and adapting their content, software, and marketing materials. With a focus on quality and cultural relevance, Acclaro serves clients across various industries, including technology, e-commerce, and legal sectors. The company operates globally with a distributed team and a network of freelance linguists, positioning itself as a key player in the language services industry.

In Spain, Acclaro actively hires freelance linguists and translators for projects in legal, IT, and software domains, offering remote work opportunities. This makes it an attractive option for international professionals with language skills, particularly those fluent in Spanish, Basque, Catalan, or Galician. The company's remote-friendly approach and global reach provide flexibility for professionals seeking to work from Spain while engaging with international clients.

Founded: 2005
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: Irvington, USA
Website: acclaro.com

Good to know if you are moving

Acclaro offers fully remote freelance positions, allowing professionals to work from anywhere in Spain.
The company hires linguists for multiple Spanish regional languages, including Basque, Catalan, and Galician, which is unique for international professionals.
Freelance roles provide flexibility, making it easier for internationals to balance work with relocation logistics.
Acclaro's global client base offers exposure to diverse industries, including legal and IT, which can enhance a linguist's portfolio.

In their own words

About the company & team

Acclaro combines cultural and language expertise with AI technology to help brands grow their global presence, connect with customers, and mean something to them. As a trusted partner to some of the world's biggest brands and fastest-growing global companies, our mission is to harness the powerful combination of human expertise and cutting-edge technology. We focus on putting brands into the heads, hearts, and hands of people everywhere.

Our AI-powered business management and language platform ensures a faster time to market with measurable results, while our global team of language, country, and technology experts crafts localization strategies that empower our customers to succeed in any market.

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