Translation Project Coordinator | Sao Paulo (Full-time)

TransPerfect; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect in São Paulo, Brazil is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage the full lifecycle of localization projects, coordinating timelines, scope, and vendor interactions.

You will partner with sales, translators, and proofreaders to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and proper budgeting, while maintaining documentation and procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• University degree, preferably in linguistics/translation related studies.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in a similar position.
• Detail orientation with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire life-cycle of multiple localization projects.
• Coordinate all project phases and predict lifespans of stages.
• Liaise with sales to clarify project parameters.
• Negotiate deadlines and rates with vendors.
• Maintain relationships with contract translators and proofreaders.
• Monitor and control project status and finances.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.
• Ensure adherence to procedures and perform quality checks.

Skills

English fluency

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Project coordination

Problem solving

Independent work

Under pressure

MS Office

Windows

Education

University degree

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