Lead Linguist, Spanish Patent Localization

Welo Global; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Welo Global is seeking an experienced translation/linguistics professional to lead translation and copy-editing tasks across multiple accounts. You will coordinate with freelancers and agencies, maintain language resources, and ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries while collaborating with clients and internal teams.

The role involves training internal linguists, resolving terminology queries, and contributing to process improvements to increase workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time translation experience; OR 5 years of translation experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts.
• Perform on-demand translation tasks and lead linguist role on accounts.
• Manage language materials (glossaries, style guides, work instructions) to quality standards.
• Coordinate with freelancers, agencies and internal linguists on projects.
• Test and qualify new freelancers and vendors as required.
• Develop and train internal linguists and freelancers.

Skills

Fluent English

Native fluency in target language

Client communication

Team coordination

Deadline driven

Feedback & coaching

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Training internal staff

Education

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies

Equivalent mix of education and experience

Tools

XTM

SDL Studio

JIRA

Job description

Welo Global is seeking an experienced translation/linguistics professional to lead translation and copy-editing tasks across multiple accounts. You will coordinate with freelancers and agencies, maintain language resources, and ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries while collaborating with clients and internal teams.

The role involves training internal linguists, resolving terminology queries, and contributing to process improvements to increase workflow efficiency.