What are the responsibilities and job description for the Translation Project Manager position at MINDLINK RESOURCES LLC?
Mindlink Resources is seeking a highly organized Translation Lead to oversee multilingual translation projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing projects, building strong client relationships, and supporting teams in delivering high-quality language services.
As the primary point of contact for translation projects, you will coordinate resources, manage workflows, monitor project performance, and ensure all deliverables meet client expectations while staying on schedule and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee multilingual translation projects from initiation through delivery.
- Serve as the primary contact for clients, providing project updates and addressing questions promptly.
- Coordinate with translators, editors, desktop publishing (DTP) teams, and other service providers.
- Assign translation projects based on linguist skills, qualifications, and project requirements.
- Monitor project progress, quality, and team performance.
- Manage existing and create new automated workflows within CAT tools, particularly Wordbee.
- Maintain and troubleshoot translation memory and terminology databases.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and efficiencies.
- Analyze project data and performance metrics to support continuous improvement.
- Learn and adapt to new technologies, systems, and responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
- Degree in Translation, Interpretation, Localization, Linguistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in translation/localization project management.
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with CAT tools; Wordbee experience preferred.
- Knowledge of translation memory and terminology management.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong client service and relationship-building abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
- Fluency in one or more languages in addition to English is a plus.
What We're Looking For
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
- Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- An effective communicator who can collaborate with clients, linguists, and internal stakeholders.
- Passionate about language access, localization, and delivering excellent customer service.
Mindlink is a mission-driven organization committed to language access and equity in education. We believe communication is a human right and strive to create inclusive environments for all.
Diversity PolicyMindlink welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, tribal affiliation, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, mental or physical disability or any other considerations under federal, state or local law.
Salary : $25 - $35