Spanish Language Specialist – London, UK (hybrid; 3 days in office per week)
We are looking for a Spanish Language Specialist to join our Localisation team in London. This office-based role oversees WGSN's Spanish localised content and site updates, acting as a strategic arm of Content and collaborating with Marketing, Design and Product departments to localise assets for our digital publishing platforms.
Key Accountabilities
* Manage translated Spanish content for various verticals and brand-related marketing materials, ensuring tone of voice, ideas, and concepts are accurately and consistently conveyed in the target language using culturally appropriate terminology.
* Collaborate with internal Product and Tech teams to assist AI/machine learning development and customise suitable workflows for Spanish language.
* Manage linguistic resources: six glossaries and two style guides. Develop and maintain documentation and best practices, ensuring terminology consistency across localised content.
* Monitor content quality and implement necessary changes to improve the in-house machine translation system. Review WGSN content compatibility with MT to tailor editing approaches.
* Guide freelancers and part-time staff by offering instructions, constructive feedback, and keeping support materials up-to-date.
* Effectively communicate and collaborate across teams to ensure the smooth execution of Spanish localised multimedia content (video, marketing collateral, etc).
* Report regularly on project status to localisation managers, and support communication with the Spanish commercial team.
Skills, experience & qualifications required
* Native Spanish speaker with an exceptional command of Spanish and English research, reading and writing – skilled in transcreating and localisation editing from English to Spanish.
* Prior experience with machine translation APIs such as DeepL, Google, Amazon, Bing and post-editing.
* Prioritise and organise tasks under tight deadlines while demonstrating attention to detail.
* Comfortable with flexible work hours and working across regions and time zones, and collaborating virtually with teams and freelancers.
* Self-starter and proactive communicator who is passionate about sharing knowledge and connecting with people and ideas.
* Technical skills: usage proficiency in Apple computer and Google tools, including a basic understanding of data analytics, is desired.
What We Offer
* 25 days of holiday per year – with an option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
* Pension, Life Assurance and Income Protection. Flexible benefits platform with options including Private Medical, Dental Insurance & Critical Illness.
* Employee assistance programme, season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
* Volunteering opportunities and charitable giving options.
* Great learning and development opportunities.
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