Marketing Translation Specialist

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #173439 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States

About the Role
Hill’s Pet Nutrition is seeking a detail-oriented and linguistically skilled Marketing Translation Specialist to join the Strategic Creative Services (SCS) team. The role ensures all localized creative assets meet Hill’s high standards for language accuracy, brand tone, and regulatory compliance across global markets. Reporting to the Account Manager, the specialist will review translations, adapt copy for local markets, and verify that messaging reflects the intent of the master English copy while resonating authentically within each language and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Review and proofread localized marketing copy for linguistic accuracy, tone of voice, and brand alignment across multiple regional markets.

Adapt and refine translated content to ensure it conveys the correct meaning, nuance, and emotional intent of the English master copy.

Verify product claims, DISCLAIMERS, and legal language for compliance with local market requirements in partnership with the Creative Rights & Compliance Manager.

Collaborate with copywriters and Creative Manager to maintain consistency of brand tone, terminology, and messaging across all creative channels.

Conduct final QA checks on translated layouts (e.g., social, digital, print) to confirm formatting, spacing, and linguistic integrity before publication.

Support the creation and maintenance of a regional style guide and terminology library, documenting approved translations and best practices for copy adaptation.

Partner with translation vendors or agencies to provide feedback on tone, word choice, and consistency.

Collaborate with design and account teams to ensure local-language copy fits within technical and design constraints.

Participate in cross‑functional reviews to identify and resolve recurring translation or tone inconsistencies.

Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and linguistic accuracy across the regional creative workflow.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Linguistics, Translation, Communications, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in localization, translation review, or language quality assurance within a marketing or creative environment.

Native or near‑native fluency in at least one key regional language (e.g., French, Spanish, etc.).

Excellent command of English, with proven ability to interpret, adapt, and refine English source copy for regional audiences.

3+ years of experience, in a professional context, with grammar, syntax, and linguistic nuances across multiple languages.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or regulated industry requiring precise claims and compliance language.

Familiarity with translation management systems (TMS) or computer‑assisted translation tools (e.g., Smartling, Phrase, Memsource).

Knowledge of Digital Asset Management (DAM) platforms such as Bynder.

Experience supporting multi‑market creative campaigns and understanding cultural adaptation best practices.

Familiarity with AI‑assisted translation or copy quality tools.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global creative environment.

Demonstrated ability to balance accuracy, creativity, and cultural sensitivity in localized content.

Excellent collaboration skills with creative, marketing, and compliance teams.

High attention to detail and organizational skills; able to manage multiple reviews across time zones.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $87,500.00 - $121,000.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for executive‑level roles.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (120 hours for hourly employees), 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave adjusted by role and location.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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