About the role
Day Translations is a global translation and interpreting company. We help improve worldwide communication through accurate, localized translations, interpretation and outsourcing services, and a wide variety of tailored language solutions for individuals, organizations, and businesses of all sizes. We are currently in search of our next two Interpreting Project Managers.
Generalities
Position type: Full-time
Location: Remote job (worldwide, but preferably LATAM due to the schedule needed)
Reports to: Interpreting Shift Supervisor
Department: Operations
Schedule: Tuesday to Saturdays, 8-hours of work per day, 2 PM EDT start time.
Job Description
We are looking for someone passionate about languages, cultures, and who is interested in a long-term career with us. As an Interpreting Project Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of interpreting project life cycles, working in a fast-paced environment, and acting as the bridge between our clients and our freelance interpreters. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record in interpreting project management, excels in client and vendor relationship management, and demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities
Perform cost analysis, prepare project budgets and quotes for clients and work within established budget goals.
Manage the complete project lifecycle from initial client contact to database updates to final review after completion.
Ensure that all milestone stages are completed and reviewed for quality.
Adhere to applicable policies and standard operating procedures.
Answer client queries thoroughly via chats, phone calls and emails in a timely manner.
Understand client needs and use a result driven approach to expedite communication.
Develop and maintain a trusted relationship with clients as well as establish and preserve excellent relationships with freelancers globally
Report activity and actively communicates with peers.
Handle freelancers' queries and negotiate their rates as needed.
Conduct screening of freelancers to be used in projects and ensure their understanding and application of DT policies and procedures, as well as the adherence to quality standards.
Qualifications
University degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Translations or any relevant field is preferred
Experience in interpreting project management, business administration, and customer service or similar role.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills in English (Native or C1) and fluency in a foreign language
Ability to handle changing requests in a day to day environment
Strong decision making, organizational skills, problem solving, attention to detail including the ability to prioritize and multi-task
Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills
Strong sense of professionalism, accountability and politeness
Experience working in dynamic remote teams
Knowledge and experience managing conference events or remote simultaneous events is a plus
Project management certificate or training is a plus
About the company
Day Translations is a global translation and interpreting company. We help improve worldwide communication through accurate, localized translations, interpretation and outsourcing services, and a wide variety of tailored language solutions for individuals, organizations, and businesses of all sizes.