Localisation Associate (Japanese speaking) - Relocation to Athens, Greece

PeopleCert is hiring a Localisation Associate to manage the end-to-end translation of Business and IT products from English into Japanese, including assets such as official books, exams, and training materials. The role is based in Athens, Greece and requires relocation.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and implement translation projects within XTM TMS, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met while working closely with the Enterprise Project Manager.
• Identify and implement AI tools (machine translation, language models) to improve workflow efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and maintain high-quality outputs.
• Responsible for translation efforts for a variety of content types from English into Japanese, ensuring consistency and quality across all products, while working closely with content teams.
• Perform file alignments, update and maintain translation memories, and prepare files for translation to ensure efficient use of resources and content reusability.
• Source, onboard, and manage external translators, Language Service Providers, and SMEs, building strong working relationships to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Provide clear and concise briefings to ensure suppliers understand project scope, deliverables, and expectations.
• 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 quality standards.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Native or equivalent fluency in Japanese and English (LanguageCert C2 LTE or C2 IESOL certificate would be a plus), with strong translation skills from English into Japanese.
• Experience working in a Language Service Provider environment or a translation function, focusing on managing translation or localization projects from English into Japanese.
• Experience in the professional education sector is preferred.
• Academic background in Translation Studies is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting time and budget requirements, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Proficiency with CAT tools, Machine Translation, and TMS (experience with XTM is advantageous).
• Experience handling various file formats (MS Office, InDesign, etc.) with a solid understanding of file engineering within localization context.
• ECDL Advanced level certification is desirable.
• Excellent communication, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to build successful relationships with external suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Proactive, detail oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision, while collaborating closely with relevant stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• International, dynamic, and fun work environment.
• Two free vouchers for all PeopleCert certifications per year for all employees.
• Complimentary coffee and tea on premises.
• Extensive learning experience using best practices in a global environment.
• Continuous personal and professional development.
• Relocation package.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.