Senior Manager, Translation

Raytheon; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Translation Manager to lead a dynamic team in providing high-quality translation services. This role is pivotal in ensuring effective multilingual communication by leveraging both electronic and manual translation methods. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in translation, fluency in Arabic and English, and a deep understanding of specialized terminology across various domains. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will directly impact innovative projects and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on excellence and growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in translation or 7+ years with an advanced degree.
• Extensive knowledge of terminology in business, finance, technology, law, and science.

Responsibilities

• Lead the translation team and manage resources effectively.
• Ensure quality and accuracy in translations while coaching team members.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Expert-level translation skills

Cultural awareness

Knowledge of specialized terminology

Education

Bachelor of Translation

Advanced Degree in a related field

Tools

SDL Studio

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Access

MS Project

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-03-26

Country: Saudi Arabia

Location: SAU01115: RTN SA Riyadh Front HQ, 9054 King Khaled International Airport Street, S1, King Khaled International Airport District, Riyadh, 01, 13413-3677, Saudi Arabia

Position Role Type: Unspecified

About Us:

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, fresh thinking and possibilities are forged in times of change and you will be on the front lines as we trailblaze new approaches, push the boundaries of innovation and chart a course to a tomorrow you can be proud to have a hand in creating.

Job Summary:

Raytheon Saudi Arabia (RTN SA) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Translation Manager to lead and oversee a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This role is responsible for providing expert-level written and oral translation and interpretation services. The ideal candidate will leverage both electronic and manual translation methods to ensure clear, accurate, and effective multilingual communication.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

1. Lead and manage the translation team, allocate resources, review and approve all translations.
2. Ensure that translation tools are adequate and that the translation team is coached in their use.
3. Interpret and translate complex texts while considering cultural nuances and context; consult dictionaries, thesauri, and subject-matter references as needed.
4. Evaluate and refine translations for accuracy, clarity, and grammatical correctness, making necessary adjustments to enhance meaning.
5. Proofread and verify translated documents to ensure consistency and precision.
6. Update job knowledge by reading publications in the source language; participate in educational opportunities; maintain personal networks.
7. Accomplish translation service objectives by supporting management in selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching employees; communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, and appraise job contributions of translators.
8. Meet translation operational standards by contributing translation services to strategic plans and reviews; implement production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolve problems; identify translation system improvements.

Qualifications You Must Have:

1. Bachelor of Translation, English, or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years.
2. Fluency in both Arabic and English, with expert-level reading, writing, and translation skills.
3. Extensive knowledge of specialized terminology across various domains, including business, finance, technology, law, and science.
4. Experience with translation software (SDL Studio or similar), using it for translation (assigning tasks and monitoring progress), proofreading (providing feedback in the software), and maintenance of and updating internal translation memories shared by the translation team.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with MS Access and MS Project is a plus.

Qualifications We Value:

1. Experience with foreign business operations in KSA and legacy knowledge of program-specific requirements and activity is a plus.
2. Accredited industry certification in translation/interpreting is a plus. Education, certification, or both may substitute for experience.

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