Linguist Project Coordinator | Sao Paulo

TransPerfect Inc; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect Life Sciences in São Paulo, Brazil, is seeking a Project Coordinator to oversee language projects from initiation to delivery. You will manage multiple localization efforts in a fast-paced environment and coordinate all project phases while maintaining strong client and vendor relationships.

The role requires excellent English communication, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• University degree in linguistic/translation studies or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in localization or corporate projects.
• Detail-oriented with multitasking ability.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage life-cycle of multiple localization projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Coordinate all project phases and predict project lifespans.
• Liaise with sales to clarify project parameters.
• Negotiate deadlines and rates with vendors.
• Maintain relationships with translators and proofreaders globally.
• Monitor project status and budgets.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with procedures.
• Perform quality checks at various stages of the process.

Skills

English proficiency

Multitasking

Deadline orientation

Analytical skills

Independence

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

MS Office skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in linguistics/translation or related field

Tools

MS Office

Windows

Job description

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:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, other languages would be an asset
• University Degree (preferably in linguistic/translation related studies)
• 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)
• Experience in translation and localization project management would be a strong advantage