Translation Project Coordinator

Position Summary

The position of the Project Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating the completion of all language projects.

Position responsibilities

• Manage the entire life-cycle of multiple localization projects in a fast-paced environment

• Coordinate all the project phases and efficiently predict the lifespan of all the stages of the project

• Liaise with sales staff to clarify project parameters

• Negotiate deadlines and rates with vendors

• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with contract translators and proofreaders globally

• Monitor and control projects status

• Manage project finances, including budgeting

• Prepare and maintain project documentation

• Comply with relevant and applicable procedures

• Perform quality checks at various stages of process to ensure quality and accuracy (proofreading, final eye…)

Essential skills and experience required:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, other languages would be an asset

• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in a similar position in corporate environment

• Detail orientation with the ability to multitask

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

• Independence in carrying out assigned tasks

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Highly-developed computer skills (MS Office, Windows)

Desired skills and experience:

• Educational background or professional experience in the translation industry

• Knowledge of or experience with CAT Tools

• Professional working proficiency of additional foreign language(s)