Translation Coordinator

BC forward is seeking a highly motivated Translation Coordinator for an opportunity in South San Francisco, CA Fully Onsite!

Position Title: Translation Coordinator

Location: South San Francisco, CA Onsite

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date, and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration:

Contract –12 months and (potential chances of extension)

Job Type: Contract, Onsite

Pay Range: $50– $55/hr. on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

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.

Benefits:

BC forward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

**About BC forward

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Founded in 1998, BC forward is a Black-owned professional services and workforce management firm that helps organizations develop and execute core business and technology strategies. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BC forward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BC forward helps companies transform, accelerate, and scale by championing human potential. Guided by our core values of People-Centricity, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have supported clients’ strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and values have helped BC forward become a market leader and a best-in-class place to work.

BC forward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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