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The Translation Project Manager reports to the Program Manager, as part of Questel’s IP Programs Team, and runs assigned client patent projects for translation and filing on a day-to-day basis.  This role is also responsible to successfully organize, manage, and deliver projects that meet the quality, time, and cost requirements of the clients’ business objectives.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Receive and confirm project requests from clients; prepare and send estimates Collaborate with Sales to develop an account cost structure which meets client needs Train internal teams on and document client expectations Ensure project outputs follow national patent law requirements, including content, formatting, and filing deadlines
Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including the client and appropriate staff on the progress of the project and account Perform quality control measures on projects prior to delivery to clients Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget, and at the required level of quality while adhering to client expectations Prepare and deliver completed projects to client, or ensure delivery is made to client designees by those deemed responsible
Participate in and/or lead process improvement initiatives for the benefit of the team and the organization Foster teamwork by working cooperatively and effectively with others to resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness
Provide feedback to Program Manager to improve Company proprietary software for accurately tracking the project lifecycle

The perfect match...

✅ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and a minimum of 3-5 years as a Project Manager.  In addition, any combination of education, experience and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

 

Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Demonstrated skills in project management, negotiations and problem-solving Outstanding planning, scheduling, and coordination skills Highly motivated with a willingness to take initiative and complete assignments
Ability to stay on task and regularly report on progress
Ability to synthesize data for sue in reporting and decision-making environments Ability to think outside the box to solve problems Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team Highly motivated and willing to take initiative to complete assignments
Fluent in English and at least French or German
Knowledge of patent filing requirements and timelines and translations, a plus PMP certification and/or understanding of methods and best practices, a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills a plus

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