The position of Project Coordinator is a key player at TransPerfect. Project Coordinators execute all language/translation projects from start to finish and serve as a single point of accountability for their successful completion. They are responsible for the entire life cycle of all language/translation projects assigned to them and serve as a single point of contact/accountability.
Individuals in this role are either more inclined to stick to a Project Management-oriented career path (working to become an Executive or Senior Project Manager, for instance) or a Management-oriented career path (working to become a Team Lead or Department Manager, for instance).
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Be responsible for the entire life cycle of all language/translation projects assigned to the individual
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Juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
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Understand and abide by individual project instructions
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Liaise with sales staff to clarify project parameters
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Establish and maintain excellent relationships with contract translators and proofreaders globally
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Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure that the translation perfectly complies with instructions and is linguistically perfect
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Communicate any issues/problems/caveats or additional information to sales staff as soon as that information is available
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Minimum bachelor’s degree
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Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills in English and Mandarin
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Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
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Experience coordinating projects and assignment of resources a plus
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Effective time management
