Remote Editor II – Japanese, Language Experience, Localization, and Insights (LELI)

Amazon; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Remote Editor II to enhance translation and localization services for Japanese-speaking partners. This role involves translating content, managing linguistic assets, and collaborating with teams to ensure quality. Ideal candidates will have extensive editing experience and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team focused on breaking language barriers and supporting global businesses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an editor or content strategist.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Content Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Translate and review content from US English to Japanese.
• Update and develop Japanese linguistic assets.

Skills

Content Management Systems

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

XML

HTML

DITA

Job description

Remote Editor II – Japanese, Language Experience, Localization, and Insights (LELI)

We are seeking an exceptional Japanese Editor to enhance our translation and localization services for Japanese-speaking Amazon selling partners. You will ensure communications are accurate, culturally resonant, and impactful. Working remotely, you will help shape the success of thousands of businesses through high-quality content.

Key job responsibilities

As a Japanese Editor II on our Editorial team, you'll own the translation and localization efforts for Japanese-speaking selling partners by translating and reviewing content from US English to Japanese. You will also update and develop Japanese linguistic assets such as style guides, translation memories, and terminology databases to continually improve quality. Collaboration with fellow editors and internal partners, including program managers and legal counsels, is essential to develop linguistic excellence and provide a seamless experience for Japanese-speaking sellers. You will participate in content management, process development, quality management, and work independently on multiple initiatives.

With new programs, products, and strategies constantly being developed, there are endless opportunities for innovative thinking and content strategy. Join us today!

This full-time, remote position is based in Japan.

About the team

The Language Experience, Localization, and Insights (LELI) organization removes language barriers for Amazon's global selling partners. We enable customers to access information in their preferred language across all Selling Partner Support (SPS) lines of business. The Global Editorial (GE) team, part of LELI, manages content quality and consistency for Seller Central and is expanding its scope to more lines of business starting in 2025.

Minimum qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an editor, language manager, or content strategist
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Solid experience in content or localization project management and coordination
• Strong organizational skills with a bias for action and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with XML, HTML, and DITA
• Experience managing vendor quality and collaboration
• Experience in an agile content development environment
• Experience working with remote, global teams

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