Senior Localization Manager – Product Operations, Global Expansion

TransPerfect

. Define and execute the end-to-end localization strategy for the Japanese market .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • South KoreaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end localization strategies, particularly for the Japanese market, while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and quality standards. Proficient in utilizing localization management systems and translation management systems to enhance workflow efficiency and accuracy.

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End-To-End Localization ManagementJapanese Market LocalizationLinguistic Quality Assurance (LQA)Vendor ManagementFinancial Technology (Fintech) Experience

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Hard Skills

Internationalization (i18n)Localization (l10n)Project ManagementTranslation Management SystemsComputer-Assisted Translation (CAT) ToolsMulti-Currency Transaction ManagementTax Calculation LocalizationPayment Regulatory ComplianceLocalization Best PracticesHardware Interface Localization

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationCommunication SkillsProject TrackingTime ManagementBudget Management

Tools & Technologies

SmartlingJiraLocalization Management SystemsTranslation Management SystemsAI-Assisted Translation Workflows

Industry Keywords

FintechPaymentsFinancial ServicesRegulated IndustriesSaaS Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the end-to-end localization strategy for the Japanese market
Establish internationalization and localization best practices, guidelines, and quality standards across Engineering and Product teams
Manage localization schedules, budgets, resource planning, and launch readiness across multiple geographic regions
Oversee localization for hardware interfaces, including font, layout, screen constraint, and character set compatibility on POS devices and payment hardware
Partner with Product and Engineering to integrate Localization Management Systems and Translation Management Systems into CI/CD pipelines for continuous, automated translation deployment
Ensure accurate translation and adaptation of complex financial workflows, including multi-currency transactions, tax calculations, localized invoicing formats, and payment regulatory disclosures
Oversee linguistic quality assurance and testing across physical hardware devices and digital platforms
Work with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to ensure localized content complies with regional financial regulations, data privacy laws, and local payment industry standards
Maintain style guides, terminology glossaries, and translation memories specific to financial technology, SaaS operations, and hardware user interfaces
Select, onboard, and manage external Language Service Providers, freelance translators, and LQA testers
Track LSP performance and establish KPIs around translation accuracy, turnaround time, and cost efficiency
Collaborate with Marketing and regional go-to-market teams to deliver localized marketing materials, merchant support documentation, and onboarding flows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience managing end-to-end localization programs for software and digital products across multiple markets
Experience localizing products for the Japanese market
Native or near-native Japanese fluency is a plus
Experience in fintech, payments, financial services, or other regulated industries is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of internationalization (i18n), localization (l10n), linguistic quality assurance (LQA), and localization best practices
Hands-on experience with CAT tools or translation management systems, such as Smartling
Experience with project-tracking tools such as Jira
Practical experience using LLMs and AI-assisted translation workflows
Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Design, Engineering, Legal, Compliance, and external localization vendors
Strong vendor management skills, including overseeing language service providers, quality metrics, timelines, and budgets
Ability to manage multiple projects, communicate technical requirements, and deliver high-quality localization within tight deadlines
Experience localizing hardware interfaces, mobile applications, web dashboards, or payment-related workflows is highly desirable
Availability to work full-time for an initial 3–6-month interim assignment, with the possibility of extension

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time interim position for an initial period of 3–6 months, with the possibility of extension