Localization Project Manager 1

The Localization Project Manager 1 is responsible for assisting with translation and localization requests by incorporating and adhering to industry standards and processes. This position is responsible for meeting deadlines and translation quality.

• Assist with managing and maintaining the flow of incoming localization requests from internal departments
• Respond to localization questions, concerns, or issues from internal or external stakeholders; ensure required stakeholder(s) are aware of project timelines and project deadlines are met
• Assist with creating and managing memories and glossaries for completed projects; assist with machine translation management and documenting process(es) involved
• Evaluate, analyze, and prepare source documents from internal and external stakeholders
• Establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders and provide assistance with new opportunities
• Assist with ensuring quality requirements are met for all content types that require localization

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in the localization and or translation industry
• Experience in translation and localization of software and technical documentation
• Applications/technology knowledge or related experience
• Relevant industry translation or localization certifications
• Excellent understanding of the English language
• Microsoft Windows and Office proficient
• Facilitation and project management skill
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Data gathering, interviewing, and analytical/problem solving skills
• Organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Collaboration skills, applied successfully within team as well as with all levels of employees in other areas
• Oral and written communications skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with others with discretion and tact
• Ability to complete manual test projects using available test frameworks and tools
• Attention to detail
• Able to summarize large quantities of information into actionable insight
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage projects to completion with minimal oversight
• Able to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to influence, motivate, and mobilize team members and business partners
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and tact
• Ability to establish rapport and gain the trust of others; effective at gaining consensus
• Ability to develop and use engaging, informative and compelling presentation methodologies
• Business knowledge
• Knowledge of industry standard localization tools or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the principal duties of the job
• Up to 5% travel time required