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)
Responsibilities:
Be responsible for the entire life-cycle of all language/translation projects assigned to the individual
Juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Understand and abide by individual project instructions
Liaise with sales staff to clarify project parameters
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with contract translators and proofreaders globally
Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure that the translation perfectly complies with instructions and is linguistically perfect
Communicate any issues/problems/caveats or additional information to sales staff as soon as that information is available
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills in English
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Experience coordinating projects and assignment of resources a plus
Effective time management
0-3 years of experience in administration or project management