About the role

Verdacert is a certified translation company serving USCIS filings, US courts, universities, and medical providers, with deep specialization in MENA-region languages and document types. We are expanding our reviewer network to cover additional languages, and are looking for a Legal Igbo Translator to certify translations of civil, legal, and immigration documents from Igbo into English (and vice versa as needed).

As a reviewer, you will work on documents such as birth certificates, marriage records, court filings, and academic transcripts, ensuring each translation meets the accuracy and formatting standards required for official submission, including USCIS certification requirements.

What you'll do

Review and edit machine-generated first-draft translations between Igbo and English for accuracy, completeness, and fidelity to the source document
Sign certification statements attesting to the accuracy and completeness of each translation
Preserve original document layout and formatting in the translated deliverable
Apply standard transliteration conventions to proper nouns, names, and places consistent with client filing needs (e.g., matching spelling to immigration forms)
Flag discrepancies, illegible text, or ambiguous content in source documents to the project team
Meet defined turnaround windows (as fast as same-day) for assigned documents

What we're looking for

Native or professional fluency in Igbo and English, with strong written skills in both
Demonstrated experience translating legal, civil, or immigration documents
Familiarity with the document conventions and civil registry formats common in Igbo-speaking regions
Comfort working with certification and attestation language for official/legal use
Strong attention to detail, especially with names, dates, and numerical data
Ability to work within defined turnaround deadlines, including rush requests

Nice to have

Prior experience providing certified translations for USCIS, courts, or academic institutions
Familiarity with other Nigerian languages or regional dialects
Experience working as a freelance or contract linguist with translation agencies

How to apply

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This is an independent-contractor engagement open to applicants in the countries listed on the posting. We cannot engage or pay contractors ordinarily resident in a country subject to comprehensive U.S. sanctions.

Verdacert LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider every application without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to apply, email careers@verdacert.com.

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