Linguistic Project Coordinator | Sao Paulo

TransPerfect; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect in São Paulo is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage multiple localization projects end-to-end. You will coordinate all project phases, liaise with sales for parameters, and negotiate deadlines with vendors, ensuring timelines and quality across language teams.

The role demands a university degree in linguistics/translation, strong English skills, and at least 1 year of experience in a corporate setting. Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work under pressure is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal English communication is required.
• University degree in linguistic/translation studies preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in a similar position.
• Detail orientation with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Experience in translation/localization project management would be a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire life-cycle of multiple localization projects in a fast-paced environment
• Coordinate all project phases and predict lifespans of stages
• Liaise with sales staff to clarify project parameters
• Negotiate deadlines and rates with vendors
• Establish and maintain 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 procedures
• Perform quality checks at various stages to ensure quality and accuracy (proofreading, final review)

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Multitasking

Independent work

Working under pressure

MS Office

Education

University degree in linguistics/translation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

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

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