Localization Project Coordinator

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What does a Localization Project Coordinator do at Hogarth?

The Localisation Project Coordinator will work closely with the client Marcom team and hasday -to - day contact with the client’s XF Project Manager and Hogarth PMs, to deliver end -to -end localisation of marketing projects and to ensure that the production is completed and delivered on time, to scope, with the highest quality and in the most efficient way.

Responsibilities:

• Build strong client and team relationships.
• Manage the day -to -day localization workflow, including assigning and trafficking projects to a network of linguists, and collaborate closely with Hogarth internal production teams to help complete the build stage of localization assets.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, such as translation agencies and freelancers.
• Collaborate with all functions and support overall project management including headlines, print assets, interactive, video and advertising assets.
• Closely monitor timelines and manage client’s and internal Hogarth functions’expectations
• Organize and participate in weekly check -ins with Hogarth PMs.
• Ensure project trackers are always kept up -to -date and assist with collecting actuals or with replying to the client’s project or scope queries
• Maintain and manage client owned project management tool
• Monitor internal workflows and identify areas for improvement
• Flag important scope of work fluctuations to line managers .
• Build successful relationships with internal stakeholders (Studio, production teams, Senior Management, Operations)
• Assist linguists with any day -to -day questions incl. tools troubleshooting if necessary
• Immerse yourself in the client’s brand and offering, act as a brand QC/Guardian – always ensure brand guidelines, QC checklists and procedures are followed
• Ensure the account consistently delivers against all contractual obligations including SLAs and KPIs
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Hogarth business model, services and technology
• Resolve and/or escalate issues swiftly
• Identify bottlenecks, work with the Senior Loc PM and Localization Team Lead to resolve them.
  
  

Experience And Skills

• Minimum 3 years of agency experience gained working on global Marketing accounts, ideally with a localization background.
• Demonstrate expertise in the delivery of projects through management of client expectations, internal processes and department involvement
• Demonstrable experience in managing large scale, complex and multi -market projects
• Proficient with technology and tools, including CAT tools, but also project management and CMS tools
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in high -pressure situations and tight time frames
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking ability and passion for the work are essential
• A hands -on, can -do approach to solving problems
• The ability to prioritize and work quickly and efficiently within very tight timeframes Demonstrate clear thinking under pressure
• Must be able to commit to onsite/hybrid set -up in BGC
  
  

Why work here:

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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