Senior Project Manager- Localisation

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advertising agency is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee localization projects for major brands. This role requires strong project management skills and an ability to maintain client relationships while ensuring high standards for campaign delivery across various channels.

Qualifications

• Experience managing diverse projects in advertising.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships.
• Expertise in delivering multilingual marketing campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Manage client expectations and deliver multilingual marketing projects.
• Conduct risk assessments and resource management.
• Mentor junior team members and foster team collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Stakeholder Management

Multilingual Campaign Delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Client:

Handle Recruitment

Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Handle are partnering exclusively with a leading global advertising agency as they grow their localisation team.

They are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to manage projects for major global brands across various channels including digital, social, TV, and print.

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll report directly to a Project Director and will play an important role in upholding the company's reputation for quality and efficiency. You will foster meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted partner to help bring their vision to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client expectations, maintain clear communication, and efficiently address or escalate challenges.
• Own the delivery of multilingual marketing campaigns, ensuring projects are completed on time, on budget, and to high standards.
• Tailor project management processes to meet client needs, promoting creative solutions for successful delivery.
• Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and manage scope changes with thorough documentation.
• Build strong relationships with clients, agencies, and suppliers to support successful outcomes.
• Scope resource requirements, including linguists, budgets, and timelines, optimizing cost structures to meet project goals.
• Allocate tasks, define roles, and provide direction to project teams while ensuring quality across all deliverables.
• Evolve project management tools and processes, educating colleagues on best practices and methodologies.
• Track and manage account forecasts, addressing workload spikes and ensuring resource availability.
• Partner with Account Management to monitor project financials, delivering projects within target margins while maximizing revenue.
• Support business development by contributing to project scoping, estimating, and participating in sales calls as needed.
• Mentor junior team members, offering feedback, support, and growth opportunities.
• Foster team collaboration, maintain a positive environment, and motivate team members to excel.
• Conduct post-project reviews, assign responsibilities, and ensure timely follow-up on actions.
• Lead project teams across multiple workstreams, providing guidance and resolving performance challenges.
• Ensure consistent delivery of projects on scope, on budget, and on time.
• Provide high-quality reporting and documentation.
• Manage costs effectively and proactively solve problems.
• Ensure accuracy in timelines and cost forecasts.
• Maintain strong interpersonal skills and collaboration across teams.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds. We pride ourselves on attracting the best talent through a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.