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Translation Associate with French (m/f/x)

  • Translation, Localization, Interpretation Jobs
  • Retail Jobs

Description

  • Manage quality of translation projects using our translation tools and systems
  • Recruit, onboard and train a pool of freelance translators for your target locale
  • Monitor velocity of translation projects, coordinate work availability, handling complaints of late deliveries/bad quality translation
  • Communicate regularly and professionally with colleagues via all communication channels on assigned projects
  • Compile weekly and monthly and ad hoc reports as appropriate
  • Interface with translation agencies on ad-hoc requests, incl. cost estimates
  • Ensure all adhoc translations are delivered on time, and manage granular deadlines and quality expectations
  • Ensure communication is clear and concise on project requirements to vendors
  • Help identify technical and process issues or blockers
  • Assist in managing translation maintenance activities
  • Proactively participate in improvements and developments in the Translation team
  • Help educate stakeholders on translation processes nuances and best practices

Responsibilities

  • Detail oriented and communicative team player
  • Possess strong problem-solving capabilities and excellent organization skills
  • Build good working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to cope under pressure and to work within tight deadlines
  • Ability to work with remote teams across multiple time zones
  • Fluent in English and native French (fr-FR)
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in translation, linguistics, communications or a related field
  • 6-12 months of relevant experience as translator, editor, translation coordinator or similar
  • Solid knowledge of MS Office
  • Experience with CAT-Tools (e.g. Smartling) is a huge bonus
  • A passion for technology and efficiency is highly desirable
  • German Language Skills

Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Relationship building
  • Advanced language knowledge
  • Advanced writing skills
  • Proofreading and editing skills
  • Audio translating experience
  • Document interpretation
  • Simultaneous translations experience

Soft Skills

  • Problem-solver
  • Team player
  • Organized
  • Work well under pressure
  • Attention to detail