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Role overview
Job description
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Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts
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Performing on-demand translation tasks
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Performing lead linguist role on assigned accounts
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Taking ownership of deliveries that were translated internally or by external partners for one or more accounts into their target language
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Preparing, managing and maintaining the language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, work instruction) up to the quality standards and up to date as required by the account or project
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Managing project-related queries
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Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters
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Coordinating with freelancers, agencies and internal linguists on assigned projects or accounts
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Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as required
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Developing and training of internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the accounts’ and Welocalize’s needs
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Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required
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Participating in the development of new and improved working processes. Propose process improvements.
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Meet or exceed the KPIs in terms of productivity, on time delivery, quality
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Achieving the goals set by the team manager
Education Level
University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating)
Experience
8+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
5+ years of review experience
Thorough understanding of the localization process
Excellent knowledge of terminology used various subject matters
Subject-matter expert within company for assigned content specialties, service lines and processes
Excellent user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
Ability to coordinate internal and external translators
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge.
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Excellent problem solving skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, linguists
Ability, willingness and experience in communicating with customers at various levels
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to work in a virtual team
About this listing
- Source: Welo Global's official careers site (via Lever) · last confirmed on the source 30 Oct 2026
- Posted 26 Oct 2026
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What they are looking for
Skills & requirements
Qualification
University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating); 8+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
Department · Park IP
Hiring company
Welo Global
Bridging language & AI to power global success. Our expertise in localization & AI data ensures scalable solutions for businesses worldwide.
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