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About the Role

This one-year project role supports the communications department with translation needs for the French-Canadian employee population. The translated copy must be accurate to maintain tone, style, and original meaning from English copy and align with translations on customer-facing materials, including HR documents, payroll platforms, and store materials. This role will also partner with Corporate Communications and Fashion PR teams to review press materials for accurate translations, working in accordance with legal requirements and H&M standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Translate all internal materials from English to Canadian French, maintaining original tone of voice, style, and meaning.
Proofread and validate NA translations to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Support Corporate Communications and Fashion PR teams to review agency translations and incorporate feedback.
Produce quality copy quickly, efficiently, and against deadlines.
Maintain a digital copy bank of all Canadian French translations.
Maintain full knowledge of HQ guidelines, legal requirements, and H&M copy best practices.
Proactively address business needs and find efficiencies.
Drive changes in current ways of working, methods, tools, or projects to improve the business.
Maintain a positive attitude in the face of change.
Act independently with a problem-solving mindset.
Continuously drive for self-development.

Requirements

2-3 years of copywriting and Canadian French translation work required.
Excellent command of the English and Canadian French language, spelling, and grammar.
Working knowledge of the fashion and media industry with proficiency in developing local consumer-driven copy.
Highly structured and organized with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Open, straightforward communicator.
Able to work independently and be self-motivated while still working within a team environment and fostering strong team collaboration.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe, etc.

Skills

Copywriting
Canadian French translation
English language proficiency
Canadian French language proficiency
English spelling
Canadian French spelling
English grammar
Canadian French grammar
Fashion industry knowledge
Media industry knowledge
Local consumer-driven copy development
Microsoft Office proficiency
Excel proficiency
Adobe proficiency

Location

Toronto, CA Support Office

Work Type

Project role
Salary
Exempt

Experience Level

2-3 years

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications or Marketing

Salary/Compensations

$61,900

Benefits

Employee discount at H&M and COS
Access to Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs)

About the Company

H&M is a values-driven organization, guided by its 7 unique values.
The company has a history of over 75 years.
H&M is an inclusive company where employees are encouraged to be themselves.
Access to a large global talent community for career growth.

Equal Opportunity

Values diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disability.