Translation Project Manager Full Time on the ground

Translations Project ManagerWe’re expanding the team at Comtec Translations!Our award-winning business keeps growing, and we’re looking for a motivated and proactive project manager, with a passion for delivering outstanding service, to join our expanding operations team.Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If you have a love of languages, solid experience of project management and a drive to deliver the best customer service, then we’d very much like to hear from you.Who are we and what do we do?We’ve been in business for over 40 years, and with more than 200 languages in our repertoire, we’re the trusted translation partner to an ever-expanding line up of worldwide brands.From fashion and finance to medicine and manufacturing, we provide world-class translation and localisation services to a diverse range of businesses, helping them to expand their global reach.What are our values?Our collaborative culture is fast paced, fun and supportive and we’re fully committed to the growth and development of everyone in our team!We’re also a B Corp accredited company, meeting high standards of positive social and environmental impact. We truly care about our people, our partners and the planet.The Project Manager roleVariety is the spice of life and it’s a key ingredient of the role at Comtec!From savvy start-ups to FTSE 100s and big-name brands, our diverse client base means the range of projects and services we deliver is extremely varied and no two days are ever the same.On any one day, you could be simultaneously:Briefing in a global team of linguists to localise an e-commerce website into multiple languagesManaging the localisation of a video for social media to include voiceover and subtitlingCoordinating the localisation of a global elearning programme, including artworking of graphics.Core responsibilities of a project managerListening to and understanding client requirements in detail, and offering bespoke solutionsManaging projects from start to finish, selecting appropriate linguists and implementing the relevant translation technologyDeveloping relationships with clients to understand their ongoing requirements and identify how best to support them on future projectsSupporting the growth of our business by contributing ideas for the expansion of services and improvement of processesSupporting the growth and development of other members of the project management team by mentoring them and sharing experiences.Additionally, there is scope for working with colleagues across different strands of the business, including quality assurance, innovation in operational processes, the development and coordination of our linguist community and the implementation of new translation technology. As you can see, there are plenty of opportunities to get more involved!Key skills and experience required for this role include:At least two years experience of working in a similar client-facing project management positionPassionate about delivering the best possible customer serviceExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong computing skillsKnowledge of translation tools and technologyExcellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skillsPersonable and approachable, both with customers and internal teamsResults focused with attention to detailResourceful, proactive and able to act on initiativeCurious and tenaciousAccountable and eager to learnWhat we offerWe offer a competitive salary based on experience and skills, alongside a wealth of other perks, including a detailed employee development programme, a comprehensive training package and plenty of team socials.A salary of £28,000 and upwards depending on experience.Performance bonus – typically 10%+ of salary.Ongoing training with plenty of opportunities to broaden and develop skills.Great career progression.A friendly, people-centric supportive culture.Well-being programmes and social events.A varied and challenging role.Fully remote or hybrid working arrangement depending on the level of experience and training requirements.Referral programme.Relocation assistance.Currently, we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally authorised to work in the UK.As we continue to expand across a global marketplace, this is a genuinely wonderful opportunity to join a well-established, friendly, B-Corp-certified company and become part of a brilliant and friendly team!Check out our website to meet the Comtec team.