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Localization Manager
Location
Canada
Posted
106 days ago
Salary
$91K - $107K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Localization Manager
Airbnb
• Partner closely with Country Manager and various teams to devise business strategies • Identify and understand market expectations to craft language strategies • Provide linguistic and cultural expertise in developing strategy • Own and drive localization of Product naming and Creative copies • Initiate and drive conversations with central and local teams • Actively research the needs of Airbnb international users • Understand challenges in the localization process and lead improvements • Ensure translation and QA vendors deliver high quality service • Coordinate language feedback from users and Airbnb employees • Support content copywriting for marketing initiatives
Job Requirements
- 8+ years in product localization with a proven track record of owning localization strategy
- Fluency in English and native knowledge of Canadian French is a must
- Experience in building market strategies informed by thorough market research and data analysis
- Strong capability to collaborate across functions
- Ability to show initiative and work independently
- Outstanding experience in project/program management
- Excellent ability to manage multiple stakeholders with excellent communication skills
- Track record of being a self-starter and outcome-oriented individual
- Ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Employee Travel Credits
- Flexible work arrangements
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