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This role requires you to support the project management team in the running of projects and provides ad-hoc linguistic support (some translation and proofreading work mainly).\nDuties and Key Responsibilities\nSupport the running of all assigned projects. This includes:\nPrepares equipment, documentation for project start.\nCreates progress projections based on approved schedule and raise resourcing concerns.\nEnsuring translation projects run as scheduled in according to instructions provided by Project Managers while achieving the highest possible level of quality.\nEnsure that the translated text is amended according to client feedback as deemed necessary by the Project Managers.\nPrioritize tasks effectively\nCommunicated with client on operational problems in real time, actively proposing solutions where available.\nTeam Supervision\nEnsure that the attendance of the assigned staff is accounted for and the correct documentation and files are kept up to date.\nProvide support to direct reports to ensure their working conditions are adequate and liaise with other departments to ensure capacity plans are in place.\nProvide feedback on performance of the staff as required by Management\nRequirements\nKnowledge, Experience and Skills\nExperience in localization, localization QA or software QA\nBusiness level English and Japanese\nExperience in the video games or media entertainment industry is preferred\nExcellent knowledge of business software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office)\nKnowledge of CAT tools (memoQ is a plus)\nClear and effective English communication skills (verbal and written)\nDemonstrates proactivity\nAbility to develop new ways to improve operations and to create opportunities\nGood organisation and problem-solving skills\nKeeps a “can do” attitude and positive thinking\n*Only applicants residing in Japan with a valid working visa will be considered for this position.\nBenefits\nWho we are\nSide (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world.\nFounded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video games industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.\nOur industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. 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