Localization Manager

The Pepperstone story started in 2010. We know what it’s like to trade the world’s markets. Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech, we’re digital, nimble, connected, and united in our vision to create a better way to trade.

We thrive on progress – for our clients and for ourselves. Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global, and results-focused. You’ll find our 550+ team currently across 11 locations and 9 time zones.

The Role

This role will lead Pepperstone’s global localization strategy, driving the implementation of tools and processes to support internationalisation (i18n) across key markets. Working closely with product, engineering, marketing, and support teams, the role ensures all content and product experiences are accurately localized, quality assured, and aligned with regional needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in global tech or finance, strong project management skills, and expertise in localization tools and workflows.

As our Localization Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute a localisation strategy and roadmap.
• Explore and integrate technical solutions to support Pepperstone’s i18n efforts. Test possible tools and technologies to enable the company to achieve its goals. Work closely with engineering teams to ensure localisation requirements are integrated into the product development process.
• Manage software localization and QA projects from the design and building of systems that support our product releases in our regional markets, and maintaining this software project.
• Develop and implement processes to increase efficiency, and manage cost and time to market for localised versions.
• Lead meetings and work closely with cross-functional teams of designers, product owners, internal reviewers, engineers, marketers, and others across the company. You will facilitate communication of localisation requirements, share insights, resolve any issues and ensure that we operate in line with our overall localization strategy.
• Manage translation projects for product, marketing campaigns, CRM, e-mails, and web content, oversee localisation and QA workflow, and make sure that every deadline is being kept.
• Share best practices and evangelise our localisation efforts.
• Review, prioritise, and track the resolution of bugs that affect localised product content quality and functionality.
• Together with your teammates, research and incorporate industry best practices and innovation into our localisation and translation strategy.

About You

• Candidate should have experience working at an international company and global market business with a diverse workforce
• Ideally a background in IT or software related content translation, QA experience, product and UX
• Seasoned project/product management experience with proven track record of delivering projects
• Familiarity with CAT and UI localization softwares and tools (MemQ, Trados, Lokalise, Phrase etc.)
• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in crypto, tech, or finance industries
• Fluency in both English and multi-lingual experience in key languages: Arabic, Russian, Mandarin and any others
• Strong problem solving skills to investigate and debug difficult problems
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills
• Detail oriented, analytical, and creative thinker with passion for quality
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally ad hoc
• Ability to work effectively across timezones
• Ability to Champion Pepperstone’s values

Why you will enjoy working with us

• Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme
• Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 6 weeks per year
• Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities
• Paid annual leave and paid sick leave
• 3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program
• Periodic recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance and achievements
• Frequent events and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellbeing Initiatives

More about Pepperstone

We’re a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform. With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence. You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact. To learn even more visit Pepperstonecareers.com and www.linkedin.com/company/pepperstone/

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Pepperstone is an equal-opportunity employer. We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.

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