Translation Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job title: Translation Coordinator

Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Duration: 12 Months contract

Pay: $50-55 per hour on w2

Job Description We are seeking a Translation Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in translation project coordination, vendor management, and localization workflows and a proven ability to deliver high-quality, compliant translations on schedule across multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and process translation requests from internal content owners.
• Prepare source and reference materials for translation, ensuring clarity and completeness per standardized processes.
• Manage questions and clarifications from linguists and vendors, serving as the liaison with content owners.
• Coordinate with internal linguistic reviewers to gather and consolidate quality feedback.
• Create and maintain project schedules, manage resources across multiple complex projects, and escalate conflicts as needed.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders, including risks and potential delays.
• Coordinate submission of translated materials for regulatory review and approval to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate translations.
• Develop and improve linguistic assets, including glossaries and style guides, with vendors and reviewers.
• Maintain documentation and records of project decisions and linguistic rationale.
• Continuously evaluate processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and quality.
• Assist with tracking and reporting key metrics, including turnaround time, quality, and vendor performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Familiarity with translation industry standards, terminology, and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in translated materials.
• Proficiency with project management tools for scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment and drive results.
• Analytical mindset to inform decision-making and process improvements.
• Problem-solving skills to proactively address challenges and mitigate risks.
• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Translation, Communications, or equivalent credential, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of professional experience managing translation projects, including timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Experience managing translation quality using translation memories, glossaries/termbases, and style guides.
• Experience with linguistic review processes and communicating revisions to vendors.
• Familiarity with translation management systems (TMS).
• Knowledge of industry-standard file formats and localization best practices for print, digital, multimedia, and web content.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with JIRA or comparable project management software.
• Experience with Adobe Suite and multimedia content translation.
• Fluency in Spanish, Traditional Chinese, or Simplified Chinese.
• Proficiency in additional languages.
• Understanding of creative content design best practices for bi-directional languages.

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Company Description

BCforward is a leading workforce solutions company connecting skilled professionals with top employers nationwide. We are committed to empowering careers through meaningful opportunities, professional growth, and exceptional support throughout the employment journey.