writer Toronto
Job description
All Languages is a full-service language-services provider that has served professionals since 1971. We are Canadian-owned and operated and serve clients that are located all around the world. We are focused on customer satisfaction and use technology to continuously improve processes and client communication.
We are looking for an individual with excellent English linguistic skills. Someone experienced as an English proposal writer, and English proofreader, who works well in a team environment, and has at least 2-3 years of relevant experience.
Job Type:
- Full-time: Monday to Friday - 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (times to be adjusted as needed)
- Training Period (approximately 3 months) - 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (time to be adjusted as needed)
Job Location:
- Toronto, ON - Office is located at 421 Bloor Street East (across the street from Sherbourne subway station)
- Hybrid option may be available to work in-office three days per week and remotely two days per week
Responsibilities – RFP Writing
- Identify RFP opportunities from key sources (i.e. MERX), evaluate chances of winning, prepare responses, and track results;
- Research and identify reusable content (e.g. proposal boilerplates) that the proposal team can leverage;
- Collaborate with cross functional team members to gather pricing and other proposal components
- Provide guidance on proposal content and provide content editing support;
- Manage RFP timelines throughout all stages from draft to delivery;
- Ensures the structural requirements, mandatory and rated criteria of each RFP have been addressed;
- Deliver completed written proposal responses to the Proposal Manager against agreed RFP deadlines, escalating issues as required;
- Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of company products and services, competitive information and industry trends;
- Develop and maintain the Proposal Content Database to ensure the content is accurate and up to date; and
- Coordinate with subject matter experts regarding general content, and work instructions.
Responsibilities – English Proofreading
- Copy editing and proofreading of “into English” translations
- Grammar, spelling, punctuation and other mechanics of style, content, layout, etc.
- Basic Content Check of documents translated from English into a target language
- Ensuring consistency in details such as addresses, dates, names and content
- Flagging locations for artwork, page breaks, table of contents, cross references, etc.
- Manage tasks to meet multiple deadlines
Skills and Qualifications:
- Excellent English communication, writing, grammar, and spelling abilities; technical writing skills preferred.
- Detail oriented, personable, assertive, disciplined, self-motivated, reliable and high energy.
- High initiative and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to work independently and within established guidelines.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Relevant undergraduate degree with 2-3 years editing and technical writing experience.
- Eligible for security clearance.
Why All Languages Ltd?
- Competitive salary
- Performance incentives
- Friendly work environment
- Professional development and opportunity for advancement
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in the role. Due to the volume of resumes received we will only contact applicants meeting role requirements for next steps.
All Languages is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise us of any accommodations you may require. All Languages will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Experience:
- RFP: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON
About All Languages
Revenue: $1 to $5 million (USD)
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.alllanguages.com
