Translation Proofreading Specialist

TransPerfect; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect is seeking a Translation Proofreading Specialist / Quality Control Coordinator in Cape Town. You will review final-stage translations for release, ensuring adherence to client specs and internal quality standards.

Strong communication with Production teams and mastery of MS Office and PDF formats are essential. Ideal candidates have a keen eye for detail, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and a background in copy-editing within a translation environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding quality standards and client expectations.
• Familiar with project life-cycle and feedback loops.
• Strong eye for detail; manage time effectively and communicate clearly.
• Proficient in MS Office and PDF formats; familiarity with glossaries/memory tools.
• Experience with proofreading, punctuation, grammar, and instruction adherence.

Responsibilities

• Review final stage of translation projects for release readiness.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Production teams on client specs.
• Proofread names, numbers, missing text, punctuation, and grammar.
• Utilize client style guides, glossaries, and reference materials.
• Provide feedback and document issues via Corrective Action Forms.
• Deliver projects on client platforms following guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Feedback and collaboration

Learn quickly

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Adobe software

Translation memory software

PDF formats

Job description

Translation Proofreading Specialist / Quality Control Coordinators are key players in the final step of a translation project, assisting the Project Managers with ongoing jobs, assessing project specs and performing a thorough, non-language final-eye review of documents before the conclusion of the project. A Translation Proofreading Specialist / Quality Control Coordinator’s main duty is to review a project in its final stage and approve it for release to the client. The successful candidate is a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has the ability to deliver products with a perfect quality while meeting different deadlines. This is a unique opportunity in a financially stable and rapidly growing international communications services company. TransPerfect’s services include: translation, interpreting, voice-overs, subtitling, and cultural marketing campaigns.

Description

• Understanding TransPerfect’s quality standards and making sure they are upheld
• Understanding the client’s expectations and making sure they are upheld
• A Translation Proofreading Specialist / Quality Control Coordinator must be familiar with the life-cycle of a normal job. They should have a keen eye for detail, manage their time effectively, communicate information or feedback clearly to the Production teams, and be able to work comfortably in MS Office and PDF formats
• Consulting with the Project Managers to discuss the client’s expectations or specifications
• Properly utilize all appropriate supplemental materials (refer to client style guides, reference material, glossaries, etc.)
• Proofreading of all documents with a strong focus on names, numbers, missing text, punctuation/spelling, grammar, adherence to instructions, proper use of glossaries/memory/reference materials or other significant issues
• Providing feedback to Project Managers or others who are involved in the project
• File Corrective Action Forms as needed to document issues and drive improvement
• The Quality Control Coordinator might also deliver projects to the client on the client’s preferred platform, making sure that the delivery includes all the necessary files and follows the client’s guidelines
• Complete any other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages would be an asset
• Attention to detail, ability to learn new skills quickly and exceptional problem solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism, focus and result-orientation under pressure and tight deadlines
• Strong MS Office/computer skills and Adobe software products (as well as translation memory software)
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
• Prior copy-editing experience and experience in a translation company is desirable