Hebrew Linguist

France

Job Description

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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

The following is a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities and areas of ownership for this role:

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

3+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization

Experience

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

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