Variety is the spice of life and it’s a key ingredient of the role at Comtec!
From savvy start-ups to FTSE 100s and big-name brands, our diverse client base means the range of projects and services we deliver is extremely varied and no two days are ever the same.
On any one day, you could be simultaneously:
- Briefing in a global team of linguists to localise an e-commerce website into multiple languages
- Managing the localisation of a video for social media to include voiceover and subtitling
- Coordinating the localisation of a global elearning programme, including artworking of graphics.
Core responsibilities of a project manager:
- Listening to and understanding client requirements in detail, and offering bespoke solutions
- Managing projects from start to finish, selecting appropriate linguists and implementing the relevant translation technology
- Developing relationships with clients to understand their ongoing requirements and identify how best to support them on future projects
- Supporting the growth of our business by contributing ideas for expansion of services and improvement of processes
- Supporting the growth and development of project coordinators by mentoring them and sharing experiences as they take the first steps in their project management careers
Additionally, there is scope for working with colleagues across different strands of the business, including quality assurance, innovation in operational processes, the development and co-ordination of our linguist community and the implementation of new translation technology. As you can see, there are plenty of opportunities to get more involved!
Key skills and experience required for this role include:
- At least two years’ experience of working in a similar client-facing project management position
- Passionate about delivering the best possible customer service
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong computing skills
- Knowledge of translation tools and technology
- Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills
- Personable and approachable, both with customers and internal teams
- Results focused with attention to detail
- Resourceful, proactive and able to act on initiative
- Curious and tenacious
- Accountable and eager to learn