We are looking for a Localization Specialist who is proactive, autonomous, and with experience handling multiple projects at once to join our in-house Localization team.
Reporting to the Edition & Localization Team Lead, the main task is to manage the timely flow of all translation and localization actions from beginning to end, ensuring that the results meet our quality standards, turn-around time, and project expectations. Being knowledgeable in SEO best practices from a localization standpoint is strongly desirable.
Our ideal candidate is an organized, methodical, detail-oriented individual who is also able to embrace/incorporate innovative resources and workplace/project dynamics into the localization processes. We highly value a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work and build strong relationships with different stakeholders daily.
A little bit about us
Leadtech has been fostering and developing innovative digital businesses across several industries since 2009. It has since then expanded to a team of over 500 committed employees working all over Spain. We are thrilled to have more than 23 nationalities working together and very proud to see that our products and services are enjoyed by millions of users monthly around the globe.
How will you make a difference?
You’re our perfect candidate if you:
- Manage, propel, oversee, and boost current and new web localization projects and initiatives at all stages from top to bottom
- Foster communication with external translators/writers as well as with internal areas and departments (including but not limited to QA, Frontend, Product Management, SEO, ASO, Content, Edition and Design)
- Have a team-oriented mindset, stay informed about colleagues' tasks, and be able to offer help or support when needed (not just during backups)
- Create and/or improve new/current processes, workflows, and dynamics that are relevant to the Localization area
- Create thoughtful, useful reports (on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis) and other documents/internal analyses that contain localization metrics and help lead the way for further improvement and/or innovation
- Successfully manage a monthly localization budget and a large team of freelance contributors with different profiles and from different markets
- Act as a localization consultant/evangelist within the organization and with internal stakeholders
- Constantly and autonomously research, identify, and put to the test an array of tools, platforms, hypotheses, and new technologies that can be beneficial to the area and the business as a whole
- Identify and resolve issues, questions, and/or areas of improvement in a timely fashion for both internal and external collaborators
- Plan workloads, negotiate deadlines and fees, and receive, deliver, and set assignments to/from other team members
- Juggle multiple project tasks at the same time without overlooking quality, particular requirements (brand standards, cultural nuances, web/app guidelines, legal and compliance needs…), and/or the big picture in terms of the area’s objectives
- Have a high capacity for prioritization during peak workloads.
Requirements
What will make you stand out from the crowd:
- Training in Translation and Interpreting, Philology, or related fields
- At least 3 years in a similar position (Localization Specialist or Translation/Localization Project Manager)
- Very good communication skills in English, fluent in Spanish
- Demonstrated web copywriting skills for transactional, informative, and user-oriented websites
- Familiar with internationalization issues
- Experience with CAT tools and terminology management tools, and be familiar with style guides and content
- Understanding of content strategy, localization, and conversion tactics
- Experience working in a global, diverse, and multicultural environment
A plus:
- Being accustomed to conducting research related to our markets and competitor analysis
- Knowledge of Phrase TMS and Strings
- Good command of languages other than English and Spanish, especially Asian ones
- Extensive knowledge of machine translation and post-editing
- SEO training
- Skills and experience in mobile app localization
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Benefits
Perks of being one of us:
- Top-notch private health insurance — includes dental and psychological services
- Full-time, permanent contract
- Flexible time off, no blackout dates, plus your birthday, Christmas’ Eve and New Year’s Eve off
- Remote work OR come into the office if you prefer!
- Flextime (7 – 9:30 a.m. / 3:30 – 7:30 p.m)
- Free Friday afternoons (a 7-hour workday!) + 35-hour week in July and August (free afternoons here we come!)
- Enhanced career path designed just for you
- External training budget
- Other: ticket restaurant, nursery tickets
- Budget for team-building activities
- We celebrate all company landmarks
- And when you come into the office, you’ll get free coffee and snacks, fresh fruit, and can enjoy our game room and the cool terrace overlooking the Mediterranean
Sounds good? Apply now! We’re looking forward to getting to know you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, which means we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. Our team welcomes applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be a part of a great project!
Location
You'll have the flexibility to choose whether you'd like to come to the office every day, from time to time, or work fully remote. We want you to find the best combination for you.
If you prefer to be surrounded with amazing people, our exceptional office is in Barcelona’s Blue Building, located right on the city's seafront. Besides our stunning views, you’ll enjoy our office perks such as free fruit, snacks, and coffee and you’ll also be able to take part in our Mario Kart and table tennis competitions.
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