Localization Specialist

Localization Specialist

 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

 

Permanent

Our client:

Our client, a leading ecommerce platform are seeking an Arabic Language Quality Specialist. This person will localize, audit, review, and assess the quality of various translation methods. You’ll work with Localization Managers and tech teams to enhance Arabic language quality.

The ideal candidate is proactive, experienced in localization with a focus on quality, and excels in project management and communication.

Your Responsibilities:

• Localize, review, audit, and elevate the quality of content for our clients Arabic-language platforms.

• Monitor external vendor quality and address any variations, ensuring top-tier content in your target language.

• Provide constructive feedback and linguistic coaching to external vendors.

• Develop and maintain language assets, such as glossaries, style guides, and translation memories.

• Oversee language quality and enhance product localization standards for all Arabic platforms.

• Gain a deep understanding of customer needs, both existing and potential, and leverage that knowledge to advocate for site features that offer our clients customers an exceptional shopping experience.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, while adhering to tight deadlines.

Your Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in localization, translation, copywriting, and/or proofreading, ideally in high-growth industries such as eCommerce within the Gulf and/or MENA regions.

• Native fluency in Arabic with a strong command of MSA language rules.

• Fully bilingual in English.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Translation, Linguistics, or related fields.

• Experience in a start-up or high-growth environment with agile product cycles.

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