Junior Project Manager

Established in 2004 OLIVER is the worlds first and only specialist in designing building and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40 countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group were at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency spark creativity and drive insightful decision-making empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role:JuniorProject Manager

Duration: Until 31st Dec (FTC)

Location: Mumbai India (remote)

About the role:

We areseekinga detail-oriented and highlyorganisedJunior Project Manager to coordinate translation andlocalisationprojects with LionbridgeCrawfordand other approved suppliers. This coordination-focused role will support operational excellence across multiple markets by ensuring translation requests are complete and correctly briefed tracking progress managing supplier communication andmaintainingaccuratedocumentation. The role requires strong attention to process clear communication and a proactive approach to issue resolution.

What you will be doing:

Translation & localisation project coordination:

• Receive and review translation briefs from internal stakeholders ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Verify all required source files reference materials and context are provided before submission to suppliers.
• Submit projects to Lionbridge Crawford and other suppliers withaccurateinstructionstimelinesand delivery expectations.
• Track all translation jobs using internal project trackers andmaintainup-to-date status records.
• Monitor supplier turnaround times and follow up proactively to keep projects on schedule.
• Ensure delivered translations meet formatscopeand timeline requirements.
• Escalate risksdelaysor quality concerns to the Project Lead promptly.
• Support quality checks to confirm that delivered files align with the original scope and stakeholder requirements.

Supplier & stakeholder communication:

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for internal teams and external translation suppliers.
• Communicate project scope timelinesrequirementsand revisions clearly and consistently.
• Coordinate amendment rounds andensurefeedback isconsolidatedand communicated accurately to suppliers.
• Maintain organised documentation of communicationapprovalsand project changes.
• Help align expectations between internal project teams and localisation partners to ensure smooth execution.

Project tracking & documentation:

• Maintainaccurateand up-to-date trackers for all Lionbridge and Crawford projects (scope word count languages timelines costs).
• Record essential project details such as scope word count languages timelines and costs.
• Support invoicing accuracy byvalidatingthat completed work matches the agreed scope.
• Manage shared folder structures and uphold consistent version control practices.
• Contribute to reporting on project volume turnaround times and supplier performance whenrequired.

Process & compliance support:

• Ensure translation workflows are executed in accordance with agreed client and OLIVER processes.
• AssistinmaintainingSOP documentation for localisation workflows.
• Support the onboarding of new team members by training them on translation processes and tools.
• Identifyworkflow gaps or inefficiencies and provide improvement recommendations to the Project Lead.

What you need to be great in this role:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Communications or a related field.
• 13 years experience in project coordination account coordination operations support or a similar role.
• Experience working with external vendors or suppliers is preferred.
• Familiarity with translation/localisation workflows is an advantage.
• Proven ability to support and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (trackers basic formulas status reporting).
• Strong organisational documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Confident in managing shared folders andmaintainingversion control.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Smartsheet Planner or Microsoft Teams is beneficial.
• Exceptionally detail-oriented organised and process-driven.
• Demonstrates strong follow-through and consistently meets deadlines.
• Communicates clearly and professionally in writing.
• Maintains composure during high-pressure situations and prioritises tasks effectively.
• Proactivelyidentifiesrisks and drivestimelyissue resolution.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments and embraces change with enthusiasm thoughtfulness and a commitment to personal and team development.
• Highly motivated self-starter with an agile mindset strong multitasking skills and a continuous desire to grow within project management.
• Experience working in a marketing agency or regulated corporate environment.
• Passion for and inquisitive about AI andnew technologies
• Understanding and knowledge of AI tools is beneficial but ability to learn and digest benefits and features of AI tools is critical.

Req ID: 17134

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OLIVER a part of the Brandtech Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race ethnicity religion gender sexual orientation gender identity age neurodivergence disability status or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

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