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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Localization Manager to lead and manage the localization efforts of our products, services, and content across multiple international markets. This role is critical in ensuring that our global audience receives culturally relevant and linguistically accurate experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in localization project management, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of internationalization best practices.
As a Localization Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, marketing, and customer support to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of localized content. You will be responsible for managing external vendors, setting localization strategies, and implementing tools and processes that scale with our global growth.
You will also be expected to monitor localization quality, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regional regulations and cultural norms. Your ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and your attention to detail will be key to your success in this role.
This position requires a proactive and strategic thinker who can anticipate localization needs and drive continuous improvement in localization workflows. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and be passionate about delivering exceptional user experiences to a global audience.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for languages, cultures, and global communication, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage end-to-end localization projects across multiple languages and regions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define localization requirements
- Select and manage external localization vendors and freelancers
- Implement and maintain localization tools and technologies
- Ensure linguistic quality and cultural relevance of localized content
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- Develop and enforce localization best practices and style guides
- Coordinate translation memory and terminology management
- Track and report on localization KPIs and performance metrics
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and cultural standards
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Translation, Communications, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in localization project management
- Strong understanding of localization tools (e.g., CAT tools, TMS)
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Fluency in English; additional languages a plus
- Experience working with international teams and vendors
- Strong attention to detail and quality assurance
- Ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively
- Knowledge of internationalization and globalization practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What localization tools and platforms have you used?
- How do you ensure the quality of localized content?
- Describe a challenging localization project you managed.
- How do you handle tight deadlines and multiple projects?
- What is your experience with managing localization vendors?
- How do you stay updated on localization trends and best practices?
- Have you worked with cross-functional teams before?
- What languages are you fluent in?
- How do you manage translation memory and terminology?
- What metrics do you use to evaluate localization success?
