Global Translation Project Lead

TransPerfect; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect is seeking a Translation Project Coordinator to manage and coordinate the completion of language projects from initiation to delivery. The role requires handling multiple projects, adhering to client instructions, and maintaining strong relationships with translators and proofreaders globally.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum Bachelor’s degree, excellent English communication, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, and the ability to work well in a team while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule tasks in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new things and thrive on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the entire life-cycle of all projects assigned to the individual.
• Juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Understand and abide by individual project instructions.
• Liaise with sales staff to clarify project parameters.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with contract translators and proofreaders globally.
• Negotiate with vendors.
• Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure translations meet instructions and are linguistically accurate.
• Communicate issues/caveats or additional information as needed.
• Distribute information to sales staff as soon as it becomes available.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organization

MS Office

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

TransPerfect is seeking a Translation Project Coordinator to manage and coordinate the completion of language projects from initiation to delivery. The role requires handling multiple projects, adhering to client instructions, and maintaining strong relationships with translators and proofreaders globally.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum Bachelor’s degree, excellent English communication, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, and the ability to work well in a team while