Localization Project Manager

Acclaro

. Lead end-to-end execution of localization projects and workstreams .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing localization projects, ensuring adherence to workflows, quality controls, and budget performance while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing translation management systems and project-management platforms to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Localization Project ManagementTranslation Management SystemsBudget MonitoringStakeholder CollaborationQuality Management Practices

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Hard Skills

Localization WorkflowsProject Financial FundamentalsOperational JudgementProblem-Solving SkillsProject Risk ManagementWorkflow ImprovementsAutomation InitiativesClient-Facing ReportsPerformance AnalysesMulti-Service Client Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAdaptabilityProactivityCommunication SkillsMotivation to Learn

Tools & Technologies

MemoQSmartlingXTMPlunetProject-Management PlatformsReporting ToolsAutomation ToolsAI-Enabled ProcessesWorkflow ToolsDTP Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPMAgile

Industry Keywords

Language-ServicesGlobal Delivery EnvironmentLocalization TechnologyQuality ControlsCustomer SatisfactionComplex Localization WorkflowsTechnical LocalizationMultimedia LocalizationLarge-Scale Marketing LocalizationOperational Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of localization projects and workstreams
Coordinate activities across linguists, vendors, engineers, publishers, DTP specialists, quality teams, and other stakeholders
Build and maintain project plans, timelines, dependencies, milestones, and progress communications
Allocate resources and address capacity, capability, or scheduling challenges
Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned projects
Identify delivery risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues
Ensure localization workflows, client-specific processes, system requirements, and quality controls are followed
Monitor project quality, coordinate reviews and corrective actions, and support continuous improvement
Prepare estimates, quotes, purchase requests, and budget inputs; monitor budget performance
Use translation management systems, workflow tools, automation, AI-enabled processes, and other technologies
Support workflow changes, new services, process improvements, and technology enhancements
Manage routine project escalations and document actions and decisions
Maintain project data, reporting, documentation, forecasts, and records
Contribute to customer satisfaction and timely fulfillment of client commitments
Collaborate with Account Management, Program Management, Sales, Solutions, Engineering, Vendor Management, and Quality teams
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and delivery processes
Contribute to documentation, process guidance, onboarding, and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience managing localization projects in a language-services or similarly complex global delivery environment
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional or military experience
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining quality, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction objectives
Ability to prioritize competing demands and remain organized in a fast-moving environment
Strong problem-solving skills and sound operational judgement
Ability to communicate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and client contacts across different cultures and time zones
Ability to manage project risks, dependencies, and changing priorities
Understanding of localization workflows, quality management practices, and project financial fundamentals
Comfort working with project-management platforms, reporting tools, and localization technology
Ownership, follow-through, proactivity, adaptability, and motivation to learn and grow
Experience supporting enterprise, strategic, or multi-service client accounts
Experience managing complex localization workflows involving multiple stakeholders, technologies, languages, or regions
Experience contributing to workflow improvements, automation initiatives, or operational-efficiency projects
Experience with translation management systems such as MemoQ, Smartling, XTM, Plunet, or similar platforms
Experience producing client-facing reports, delivery metrics, or performance analyses
Experience providing guidance, onboarding support, or informal mentoring to project management team members
Experience in highly regulated, technical, software, multimedia, or large-scale marketing localization environments
PMP, CAPM, Agile, or similar project-management qualification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work
Flexible PTO
Healthy work-life balance
Mentorship
Development programs
Clear pathways for advancement
Market-leading pay
Bonuses
Comprehensive medical plans
Comprehensive retirement plans
Regular recognition programs
Supportive leadership