Welocalize · 1 day ago
Arabic Language Lead Specialist (Saudi Arabia)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$27/hr - $30/hr
5+ years expWelocalize is a trusted global transformation partner that accelerates the global business journey through multilingual content transformation services. The Arabic Language Lead Specialist will review, adapt, and enhance content into native-level Saudi Arabic, ensuring an authentic tone and voice, while also leading the Arabic LQA review team and collaborating with international teams.
ConsultingEducationLocal
Hiring Manager
Javier Campos
Responsibilities
Perform LQA reviews, adhering to quality guidelines and production timelines
Handle arbitrations and drive linguistic consensus for optimal results
Perform terminology and TM updates within the Smartling environment, following guidelines provided by the Quality team
Answer linguistic queries adhering to outlined query management processes
Lead the Arabic (Saudi Arabia) LQA review team to ensure consistency, reference material adherence, and feedback quality standards across reviewers
Liaise with the Lead Translator and translation teams (in writing & via meetings) to share constructive feedback and drive overall language quality improvement
Provide linguistic and cultural consultation as requested by the client
Monitor published content for potential improvements and flag issues to be addressed on a localization or internationalization level
Proactively monitor language quality performance via LQA reports, take action to address issues in a timely manner, and flag quality risks to the Quality team
Qualification
Required
Experienced linguist with extensive translation and review experience in the social media and app sector
Native speaker of Saudi Arabic with fluent English skills
Typically, 5+ years as a linguist; at least 2 years of Copy Editing/Review and LQAs
Active user of digital platforms with familiarity with app features and marketing content
Strong customer service skills
Soft skills: feedback, coaching, training, and negotiation with stakeholders
Availability for the required weekly time allocation, with some reasonable flexibility
Experienced reviewer with familiarity in linguistic tasks and deep knowledge of Saudi Arabic culture and language nuances
Effective communicator with strong client-facing experience
Strong understanding of quality performance management processes and goals
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to follow guidelines and meet deadlines
Business acumen with critical thinking skills and flexibility to meet changing client needs
Company
Welocalize
Welocalize provides translation supply chain management solutions that deliver market-ready, translated content.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$34MKey Investors
Norwest Equity Partners (NEP)Riverside PartnersLLR Partners
2015-06-03Private Equity
2010-11-22Private Equity· $34M
2000-07-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Erin Wynn
Chief Customer Officer
Francoise Hovivian
Client Services Director
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