Language Expert - Korean (Bangkok-based)

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Monitor the quality of translated content across all customer-facing channels such as site updates, hotel content, press releases, travel articles, promotional emails and newsletters 
Collaborate closely with internal teams and vendors to meet deadlines and quality expectations 
Maintain localization assets such as style guides, glossaries, and translation memories 
Support urgent translation requests as needed 
Conduct product reviews for inconsistencies and localization issues 
Lead arbitration reviews when required and escalate recurring issues to managers to maintain an LQA score above 90% 
Evaluate, onboard, and manage translation vendors and freelancers, including the invoicing process 
Improve AI prompt engineering to generate better translation output for the Korean markets 
Support research and content experimentation to improve content performance and user engagement. 
Participate in training initiatives related to specific ownership areas led by other Language Experts 
Provide cultural and linguistic guidance for the Korean markets 
Promote localization best practices by participating in translation quality audits and benchmarking activities. 

Native-level fluency in Korean, with exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, and a strong command of grammar, tone, and style. 
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Linguistics, Translation, Korean Language, Literature, or a related field. 
Proven experience in translation and localization, ideally in a professional setting, with hands-on experience using CAT tools such as MemoQ, or similar platforms. 
Strong proficiency in English, with the ability to accurately understand source content and adapt it naturally for Korean-speaking audiences. 
Excellent internet research skills, with the ability to verify terminology, cultural nuances, and market-specific language usage. 
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
Experience in the travel, hospitality, or e-commerce industry is an advantage, particularly with customer-facing or marketing content. 

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