Hebrew Linguist

Welocalize

Linguist managing translation and copy-editing tasks in a global team. Collaborating with clients and internal teams to enhance workflow efficiency.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇪🇸 SpainSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translation, localization, and editing with a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Proficient in managing language resources, coordinating with teams, and providing training to linguists while ensuring adherence to project deadlines and KPIs.

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Translation ManagementLocalization Process ExpertiseCAT Tools ProficiencyClient CommunicationTeam Coordination

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Hard Skills

TranslationCopy-EditingTerminology ManagementContent WritingReview ExperienceQuality AssuranceProject ManagementProcess ImprovementKPI AchievementSubject-Matter Expertise

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationConstructive FeedbackProblem SolvingTraining and MentoringTime Management

Tools & Technologies

XTMSDL StudioJIRAWindowsOffice Applications

Industry Keywords

TranslationLocalizationLinguistic StudiesLanguage ResourcesFreelancer Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing translation and copy-editing tasks
Coordinating with freelancers and agencies
Maintaining language resources
Resolving terminology queries
Collaborating with clients and internal teams to enhance workflow efficiency
Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts
Performing on-demand translation tasks
Performing lead linguist role on assigned accounts
Taking ownership of deliveries that were translated internally or by external partners for one or more accounts into their target language
Preparing, managing and maintaining the language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, work instruction) up to the quality standards
Managing project-related queries
Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters
Coordinating with freelancers, agencies and internal linguists on assigned projects or accounts
Testing and qualifying new freelancers and vendors as required
Developing and training of internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to the accounts’ and Welocalize’s needs
Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required
Participating in the development of new and improved working processes
Propose process improvements.
Meet or exceed the KPIs in terms of productivity, on time delivery, quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Native fluency in TARGET language
8+ years of relevant experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
5+ years of review experience
Thorough understanding of the localization process
Excellent knowledge of terminology used various subject matters
Subject-matter expert within company for assigned content specialities, service lines and processes
Excellent user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
Excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
Ability to coordinate internal and external translators
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Excellent problem solving skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, linguists
Ability, willingness and experience in communicating with customers at various levels
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to work in a virtual team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities