Welo Global
Translation & Localization
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About Welocalize
The Translator role is central to Welocalize’s success. As a localization company specializing in software localization and technical translation, we play a critical role in bringing IT products to global audiences. Translators make up nearly 40% of our workforce, and their expertise and performance are essential to the company’s overall success.
This role also serves as a strong foundation for career growth within Welocalize. It offers opportunities to develop skills that can lead to advancement not only in language-focused positions, but also in management and broader business functions.
Perform translations in various translation tools for assigned clients and projects
Translate various types of content, e.g. marketing, help, UI, or regulated content
Support the team with copy-edit tasks on selected content types
Master the standard CAT tools and tools associated with translation work for internal clients (e.g. tools for creating queries or checking the live UI elements)
Precisely follow the established translation process, e.g. always raise queries when there is a need to
Precisely follow the style guide and overall client requirements
Improve based on the corrections made by senior team members as well as the client reviewers
Keep track of personal error statistics and work on the weak spots
Take part in the internal trainings and the ones organized by the clients
Participate in the error arbitration process
Meet the KPIs in terms of productivity, on time delivery and quality
Take part in the internal quality meetings and the quality calls organized by the client for the whole team
Constantly analyze own gaps and think of what assistance the senior members can provide to help address those
Meet the goals set by the team manager
Hourly and daily productivity
On time delivery
Quality scores
OVERALL PERFORMANCE
The Translator’s overall performance will be evaluated by the Team Lead, taking into account factors such as work attitude, sense of responsibility, communication skills, teamwork, attendance, and other relevant performance criteria.
Translators are expected to consistently meet clearly defined performance standards and deliver high-quality results.
Education Level
University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience
Fluent in host language, both written and spoken, fluent in respective translated language, both written and spoken
Experience & Relevant Skills
Native-level in Irish and English, both written and spoken
2-4 years of experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
Good understanding of the localization process
Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications. Experience with CAT tools.
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Fast learner, motivated, versatile
Ability to work with a remote team
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