Localisation Associate (German) - Relocation Opportunity to Athens, Greece

PeopleCert delivers exams across 200 countries and territories, in 25 languages, through its state-of-the-art assessment technology, enabling professionals to reach their full potential and realise their life ambitions through learning. Tasks PeopleCert is looking for a Localisation Associate who will be willing to relocate to Athens, Greece.

• Project Setup and Management: Create, manage, and oversee translation projects within XTM TMS (Translation Management System), ensuring that deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met while working closely with the Enterprise Project Manager.
• AI Integration: Identify and implement AI tools (e.g., machine translation, language models) to improve workflow efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and maintain high-quality outputs.
• Content Coordination: Oversee translation efforts for a variety of content types from English into German, ensuring consistency and quality across all products, while working closely with content teams.
• Translation Memory Management: Perform file alignments, update and maintain translation memories, and prepare files for translation to ensure efficient use of resources and content reusability.
• Supplier Management: Source, onboard, and manage external translators, Language Service Providers, and SMEs, building strong working relationships to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.

• Quality Assurance: Conduct rigorous quality checks on translated materials to ensure accuracy, cultural relevance, and technical precision, while working closely with the Localisation Lead to uphold PeopleCert’s quality standards.
• Feedback and Issue Resolution: Act as the central point of communication for feedback, proactively addressing issues and escalating them to the Localisation Lead and Enterprise Project Manager when needed.
• Administrative Tasks: Ensure all administrative duties, including file management, reporting, and supplier communications, are handled accurately and on time, while collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure smooth project workflows.

• Language Proficiency: Native or equivalent fluency in German and English (LanguageCert C2 LTE or C2 IESOL certificate would be also a plus), with strong translation skills from English into German.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience working in a Language Service Provider (LSP) environment or a translation function, with a focus on managing translation or localization projects from English into German.

• Qualifications: A translator qualification or MSc in Translation Studies is desirable.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting time and budget requirements, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAT tools, Machine Translation (MT), and TMS (experience with XTM is advantageous).
• File Management: Experience in handling various file formats (MS Office, InDesign, etc.) with a solid understanding of file engineering within the context of localization.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to build successful relationships with external suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Self-Starter: Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision, while also collaborating closely with relevant stakeholders.

• Competitive remuneration package
• Work in an international, dynamic, and fun atmosphere
• Two free vouchers for all certifications from PeopleCert's Portfolio per year for all employees
• Complimentary coffee and tea in all our premises ☕
• Huge learning experience in using best practices and a global environment
• Constant personal and professional development
• Relocation package