translate plus, an award-winning Top 10 international Language Services Provider, including, Top 3 in the EU and Top 2 in the UK, is a Publicis Groupe company, one of the most well-established advertising corporations globally. translate plus sits within the network’s cross-media production platform, Publicis Production. This brings together production specialists who are experts in: video, digital media, and print, to produce award-winning content for leading global brands.
Recent recognition awards for translate plus include an award for “Great Employers”, and an award for “Women in Business”, more details can be found on our website regarding these two great achievements.
translate plus also promotes numerous employee well-being policies across all our offices, which align with Publicis Groupe guidelines. We offer WFH flexibility to all employees as well as relevant programmes to help promote mental and physical well-being.
translate plus is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate on grounds of race, religion, or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age citizenship, marital, domestic, or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Job Description
As a Senior Project Manager in the translation industry, you will be responsible for managing complex translation and localization projects from start to finish. You will coordinate with clients, lead internal teams, and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. Your role will involve optimizing project workflows and maintaining strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Oversight: Manage the complete lifecycle of translation and localization projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
- Client Liaison: Act as the primary contact for clients, handling project briefs, addressing queries, and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Team Leadership: Coordinate with translators, localization specialists, editors, and other team members to ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards.
- Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and cultural appropriateness of translations.
- Resource Management: Efficiently allocate resources and manage project schedules to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
- Reporting: Generate and present detailed project reports, including progress updates, risks, and resolutions to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of project management experience within the translation industry, with a proven track record of managing complex translation and localization projects.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (mandatory); proficiency in German is a plus.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of translation processes, localization practices, and industry-specific tools and technologies.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with CAT tools (e.g., Trados Studio, MemoQ) and project management software is preferred.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and manage project teams.
- Organizational Abilities: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on delivering high-quality translations with meticulous attention to detail.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to ensure project success.
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Career progression possibilities
- Additional food vouchers
- High-quality company trainings and access to paid online/e-learning platforms (i.e. Marcel by Publicis, LinkedIn Learning, etc.)
- Additional health insurance package – as per company policy
- Paid leave days increase on a yearly basis
- Access to worldwide job/gig opportunities within the Publicis Group
- Work your world – As part of the Publicis Groupe policy, up to 6 weeks of working from a different country
- Café Marcel- Networking opportunities with fellow colleagues in the Publicis Groupe all around the world
- Additional Health insurance
- Summer Fridays in July and August!
We also offer an extensive Employee Benefits Scheme, which includes:
- Christmas voucher
- Flu vaccine
- Summer gathering
- Winter gathering
- Working from home on a hybrid scheme
- Team building events
- Office equipment allowance
- Team lunches
- Easter hamper
- Eye test (if required by the employee)
- Pizza/Snacks day (in-office event)
In addition to the general benefits scheme we also offer a Service Recognition Plan, which means that with every year at translate plus there are additional rewards for employees such as extra holidays, dental insurance, bonus payments, treats & vouchers, etc.
Do you want to work for a market-leading company?
If you can’t wait to become the next member of our successful team, please contact us now!
Please note that we normally receive a very large amount of applications. We aim to get back to you as soon as possible should you be invited for an interview.
If you are not invited for an interview at this stage, your application will be saved for future consideration – with your explicit permission and as per our GDPR-policy and/or related official regulations.