Localization Project Manager

Day Translations is a global translation and interpreting company. We help improve worldwide communication through accurate, localized translations, interpretation, and outsourcing services, and a wide variety of tailored language solutions for individuals, organizations, and businesses of all sizes. Position type: Full-time ### Location: Remote job (worldwide) ### Schedule: To be determined. We are seeking Project Managers for the Localization Department. We are looking for someone passionate about languages and cultures, and who is interested in a long-term career with us. As a Project Manager, you will work in a fast-paced environment and act as the bridge between our clients and our freelance translators or interpreters. The ideal candidate has experience in translation, localization, project management, and customer service. ### Responsibilities: * Perform evaluation of costs and prepare project budgets and quotes for clients * Coordinate all the project phases and efficiently predict the lifespan of all the stages of the project, through an achievable deadline * Utilize tools such as Plunet for time tracking and take full ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and successful delivery from start to finish. * Adhere to applicable policies and procedures * Answer client queries thoroughly via chats, phone calls, and emails on time * Reports activity in group chats and actively communicates with peers on tasks being worked on * Negotiate deadlines and rates with freelancers based on HR freelancer databases * Establish and maintain excellent relationships with freelancers globally * Monitor and control project status * Manage project finances, including budgeting * Perform quality checks at various stages of the process to ensure quality and accuracy (proofreading, final eye) * Handle freelancer queries ### Requirements: * Experience in project management, business administration, and customer service * Knowledge in Localization for the Localization Project Manager role * Knowledge and experience using CAT tools like Smartcat and MemoQ * Knowledge and experience using Translation Management systems like Trados * University degree in Business Administration, Translations, or any relevant field is preferred * Advanced verbal and written communication skills in English (Native or C1) and fluency in a foreign language * Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize and multitask * Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills * Strong sense of professionalism and politeness To be considered for this position, you’ll need to: 1. Submit your application. 2. Complete the Emotional Intelligence and Wonderlic assessment after submitting your application. Both steps are required to move forward in the evaluation process. Please note: Candidates may be asked to complete a background check before hiring Please note that all application questions are mandatory. If any question is left incomplete or does not have a full answer, the application may be disqualified, or we may reach out to you for clarification. Originally posted on [Himalayas](https://himalayas.app)