The Hebrew Linguist performs quality control tasks and on-demand translation tasks, and takes on linguistic lead functions on assigned projects; coordinates the activities of a group of translators for assigned accounts or projects, trains and develops freelancers, and ensures that the work is performed at a satisfactorily high standard within the specified deadlines and quality level; ensures that the Language Process is being followed by the project/account team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts
Performing on-demand translation tasks
Performing lead support on assigned projects or accounts
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
Managing project-related queries
Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters
Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as required
Developing and training of internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the accounts' and Welocalize's needs
Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required
Participating in the development of new and improved working processes
Meet or exceed the productivity KPI
Achieving the goals set by the Squad Lead
REQUIREMENTS Education: University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Native fluency in designated TARGET language-Hebrew
Thorough understanding of the localization process
Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
Excellent user experience of standard TMS and 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 interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent knowledge of terminology used in two or more subject matters
Subject-matter expert within company for discipline or process
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
Ability to coordinate internal and external translators
Excellent problem solving skills
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
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge
Ability, willingness and experience in communicating positively with customers at various levels
Ability to work in a virtual team
Welocalize is committed to equal opportunities and in compliance with the General Law on the Rights of People with Disabilities, this vacancy is also available and we encourage those candidates who have a disability certificate (equal to or greater than 33%) to apply.
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