Freelance Localization Delivery Manager
WPP Production
| Company | WPP Production |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Buenos Aires |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com . A Hybrid working model
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Overview
This Localization Delivery Manager is for a key client – a leading global cloud computing and technology services provider. With excellent performance evaluation and the continuous workload, this contractor role will be converted to full-time staff.
This role is responsible for delivering translation and transcreation projects on time , on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will act as the dedicated primary contact for client contacts . You will provide local, in-region expertise and end-to-end management of agency-supported localization requests. You will own brief validation, triage to linguists and internal production/studio teams, communication and delivery accountability .
This role requires strong project management expertise, experience managing linguists, and the confidence to act as a key client contact. The ideal candidate will have strong client-facing skills, knowledge of AI-led translation/transcreation tools, and proficiency in platforms such as Unifyr and Asana.
Key Responsibilities
Client Communication
Client Contact: Serve as the dedicated, primary point of contact for clients, managing their expectations, deliverables, and timelines on assigned projects.
Brand Alignment: Partner with clients to understand their brand guidelines and localization needs, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
Issue Resolution: Handle client feedback and complaints professionally, troubleshooting issues as they arise and escalating complex risks to senior management.
Project & Process Management
Brief Clarification & Triage: Own brief validation, triage and delivery accountability. This includes triaging briefs to internal/external linguists and internal Production/Studio teams.
End-to-End Ownership: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of delivering translation/transcreation and production scopes independently—from initial briefing and scoping through to final delivery and billing
Asset & Database Maintenance: Update client glossaries and maintain Translation Memories (TMs) to capture client feedback and