Manager - Language Specialist
2 weeks ago
The role provides specialised editorial services, including professional language editing, proofreading, copywriting, copy editing, layout/formatting, and translation services. It oversees the publication and printing of audit and strategic documents, ensuring messages are simple, clear, and impactful for a wider audience.
Key roles and responsibilities
Strategic function
Manage all language service products and interventions within the organisation.
Oversee and manage the production process (layout, proofreading, publishing) for all audit-related reports and strategic documents.
Ensure consistent implementation of language guidelines across the organisation.
Product management
Develop policies and guidelines for standardising language use, terminology, formatting, etc.
Edit and proofread audit-related reports and strategic documents, ensuring alignment with ISO plain language standards.
Create and adapt content for digital platforms.
Perform peer reviews and quality control for published materials.
Communicate with content authors to clarify ambiguous or confusing information.
Liaise with production/printing houses regarding layout accuracy and content of audit reports.
Collaborate with business units to review and manage content, documents, and processes.
Proofread final proofs of all major publications.
Ensure alignment with corporate identity and branding principles, including branding, imagery, and colour palettes.
Facilitate translation services and structured writing training sessions.
Stakeholder management
Collaborate with IT and stakeholders to develop microsite structures and content.
Manage service providers for accurate content editing and performance quality.
Coordinate with production houses and printers to meet timelines and standards.
Provide technical advice on language issues and best practices.
Manage executive approvals for audit-related reports prior to publication.
Maintain professional relationships with language bodies and participate in language forums.
People management
Manage personal performance to ensure productivity.
Support the transformation and culture plans of the business unit.
Provide assistance to the management team on people-related tasks.
Financial management
Contribute to budget compilation and monitor adherence to assigned projects.
Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and supply chain processes.
Other responsibilities
Undertake projects, tasks, and assignments as delegated by the senior manager.
Formal education
Bachelor’s degree in communication, arts, journalism, or public relations.
Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., SATI, PEG).
Experience
A minimum of five years’ experience in a language and editorial environment.
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