Job Title: Project Manager – Localization / Language Services

Location: Remote – Argentina or Honduras (Mexico considered)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company

Our client is a full-service language solutions provider, certified as a DBE and WBE, and a GSA Federal Supply Schedule Award holder. They deliver interpretation and translation services to government agencies, law firms, healthcare organizations, convention centers, and private-sector companies across a variety of industries. Their mission is to bridge linguistic and cultural gaps and provide reliable, high-quality language access services across diverse environments.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong linguistic background to manage multilingual projects and lead teams of translators, proofreaders, and other language professionals. The ideal candidate is someone who has worked as a translator or proofreader and later moved into project management within the localization or language services industry.

This role supports projects for clients in the government and healthcare sectors, requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy, as well as the ability to manage complex, compliance-sensitive workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Manage localization/language projects from kickoff to delivery.
Coordinate and support teams of linguists (translators, proofreaders, editors, designers, VO artists, etc.).
Plan timelines, allocate resources, and monitor project progress.
Communicate with clients regarding project requirements, status updates, and deliverables.
Ensure quality control processes are followed, and client expectations are met.
Work with linguist teams in Argentina, Honduras, and other regions as needed.
Use CAT tools, TMS platforms, and other project management tools in daily work.
Collaborate on process improvements and the use of AI tools/workflows where appropriate.

Required Qualifications

3–7 years of experience as a Project Manager in localization, translation, or language services.
3–5 years of prior experience as a linguist (translator or proofreader).
Experience working with government and/or healthcare clients and understanding the expectations of regulated industries
Experience managing and coordinating teams of linguists across multiple projects.
Familiarity with AI tools or AI-assisted workflows in localization (e.g., MT, AI quality tools, automation tools).
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable working remotely with distributed teams.

Nice-to-Have

Experience working with North American or international clients.
Previous experience in vendor management or team leadership.
Familiarity with CAT/TMS tools
University degree in Translation, Linguistics, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Key Competencies

Integrity: Demonstrates strong ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality when handling client information, project data, and linguist communications.
Accuracy: Maintains a high level of precision in project planning, documentation, timelines, budgeting, and quality control.
Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams, including linguists, designers, engineers, and client stakeholders, to meet project goals.
Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing shifting priorities, multiple projects, and evolving client needs.
AI & Technology Awareness: We are looking for someone with experience with AI tools, who is embracing this evolving skill set, and who can bring ideas or practical knowledge that adds value to our workflows.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV for consideration.

Language Talent Pool is facilitating the initial recruitment process. Qualified candidates will be referred directly to the hiring agency for a final interview.

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Project Manager – Localization / Language Services