At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage BSL translation projects and ensure high-quality content delivery.
- Company: Join Sign Solutions, a value-driven organisation focused on inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, wellbeing support, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Remote/hybrid work with access to our Redditch office.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the BSL community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in translation or BSL with strong coordination skills.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 28000 £ per year.
Sign Solutions is looking for an experienced British Sign Language (BSL) Translation Coordinator to join our growing BSL translation team.
About the role
As Translation Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing translation and editing workflows, liaising with translators, editors, and internal teams to ensure high‑quality BSL content is delivered on time and in line with ISO standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate end‑to‑end BSL translation and editing projects including diary management
- Allocate work to translators and editors and manage deadlines
- Quality check BSL translations, subtitles, and visual alignment
- Client meetings and relationship management
- Prepare and issue client quotes, following up as required
- Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders regarding progress and delivery
- Maintain accurate records and workflows in line with ISO requirements
- Support continuous improvement within the translation function
- Meet KPIs
- Demonstrate strong coordination and multi‑tasking skills
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Translation (e.g., BA/MA Translation or Translation & Interpreting) and at least 2 years’ full‑time professional translation experience, OR
- Degree in another subject and at least 2 years’ full‑time professional translation experience, OR
- No degree required with at least 5 years’ full‑time professional BSL translation experience
- Experience coordinating translation or language services (desirable)
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Confidence working with subtitles, editing, and BSL visual alignment
- Ability to offer additional editing knowledge and/or skills
- Excellent organisation, communication and time‑management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Video editing experience preferably with BSL videos/translations and subtitling
- Experience using Media Encoder and Premier‑Pro
Salary and Benefits
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience). Benefits include flexible working, wellbeing support, pension, training opportunities, and working as part of an inclusive and value‑driven organisation.
Location
Remote/hybrid working with access to our Ipsley, Redditch office when required.
Applicants
Applicants must be UK residents and have permission to work in the UK by the start of employment. A DBS check is required for roles within Sign Solutions.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement.
Translation Coordinator at Sign Solutions in Redditch employer: Sign Solutions
Sign Solutions is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and employee wellbeing, offering flexible working arrangements and a supportive work culture. As a Translation Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally within a value-driven organisation, while contributing to high-quality British Sign Language content that makes a meaningful impact. With access to training opportunities and a collaborative team environment, this role is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in translation.
