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Senior Localization Talent Specialist
Jadeer. Own end-to-end sourcing and onboarding of full-time hires and freelance linguists/vendors, including translators, interpreters, voice-over artists, dubbing providers, QA linguists, and localization specialists .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in localization recruitment and vendor management, with a strong focus on building diverse talent pools and implementing effective assessment workflows. Proficient in utilizing CAT tools and ATS systems to enhance recruitment metrics and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Localization RecruitmentVendor ManagementCAT Tools ProficiencyStakeholder ManagementDiversity and Inclusion Advocacy
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Localization WorkflowsLinguistic QA ProcessesAssessment DesignRecruitment AnalyticsFreelance Talent Management
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsDetail-Oriented
Tools & Technologies
SDL Trados StudioMemoQPhraseApplicant Tracking System
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human ResourcesBachelor’s Degree in LinguisticsBachelor’s Degree in Translation
Industry Keywords
Language Services IndustryFreelance LinguistsTranslationInterpretationVoice-Over ServicesDubbing Services
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own end-to-end sourcing and onboarding of full-time hires and freelance linguists/vendors, including translators, interpreters, voice-over artists, dubbing providers, QA linguists, and localization specialists
- Build, manage, and scale a global network of freelance linguists and language service vendors across multiple languages and service types
- Design and implement assessment workflows for linguistic, technical, and service-based roles
- Collaborate with hiring managers and L&D to define role profiles, competencies, and career pathways for localization teams
- Manage interview processes, shortlist candidates, provide structured feedback, and support offer negotiation and closing
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in sourcing and selection
- Maintain and improve recruitment metrics and reporting, including time-to-hire, source effectiveness, and quality of hire
- Maintain candidate data and recruitment documentation in the applicant tracking system and ensure compliance with data protection and local employment laws
- Own vendor onboarding, qualification, rate negotiation, and ongoing performance management
- Partner with project and operations teams to allocate freelance talent based on language, specialization, availability, and performance
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Linguistics, Translation, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in localization recruitment, vendor management, or freelance talent management within the language services industry
- Strong understanding of localization workflows across translation, interpretation, MTPE, voice-over, and dubbing services
- Proficiency with CAT tools: SDL Trados Studio, memoQ, and Phrase (formerly Memsource)
- Knowledge of linguistic QA processes
- Excellent sourcing skills across LinkedIn, specialized forums, and freelance marketplaces
- Experience building language-specific talent pools
- Experience designing and implementing practical skills assessments for linguists and localization technologists
- Proficiency in ATS systems and recruitment analytics
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Demonstrable commitment to inclusive hiring practices
- Ability to recruit across diverse geographies and cultures
- Preferred: background or qualification in linguistics, translation studies, localization project management, or similar
- Preferred: experience recruiting for technical localization roles
- Preferred: hands-on experience managing freelance vendors, including onboarding, rate negotiation, and performance tracking
- Preferred: experience working in a global matrix organization or with remote/distributed teams
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, adaptive, and detail-oriented skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global, growing company
- Collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous learning
- Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance