Houzz

About the Role

We are looking for an outstanding UK & Ireland Localisation Specialist. In this role, the individual will work with the UK & Ireland and international teams to improve and continue developing and localising the UK & IE sites, software and apps. This role will be offered on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave for a minimum of 12 months.

Top candidates will have at least one year's of experience in product localisation, QA and ideally some experience in content marketing. The individual should be prepared to work in a fast-paced, global environment where analytical skills, as well as linguistic and cultural knowledge, are essential. The role is remote first, with the option to work from the London office.

What You’ll Do

• Product Localisation & QA: Translate new UI strings from US software into UK and Irish English. Review and test the software and app to ensure proper functionality and a good user experience for the culture and UK and Irish English language.
• Marketing Localisation: Localise marketing and support material, including surveys, emails, social media assets, videos, as well as content for landing pages, our blog and our Help Centre.
• Website Information Architecture: Ensure that the UK and IE site navigation makes sense and that topics are correctly organised.
• Collaborate with other teams (including product, product marketing, SEO & SEM, branding & marketing, as well as sales & support teams) to provide localised product and content.

At a Minimum, We’d Like You to Have

• At least 1 year’s experience in product localisation and/or QA for UK/IE English
• Fast learner, detail-oriented and organised person who is able to work both independently and in collaboration with a global team
• Deep understanding of the site-specific culture and its specificities to produce high-quality localisation and aid in product research and development
• A good technical understanding of CMS platforms, CAT and project management tools
• Strong written and verbal communication and writing skills 
• Fluency in English required

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Degree in a relevant field preferred, for example, digital marketing or communication 
• Proficiency in advanced spreadsheet functionalities
• Knowledge of home design and renovation industry
• Knowledge of another language a bonus (French, Spanish, Italian, German or Japanese)

Houzz is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. When applying for a role at Houzz, we guarantee your application will be considered regardless of your sex; race; color; gender; national origin; height or weight; ancestry; physical or mental disability; medical condition; genetic information; marital status; registered domestic partner status; age; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.

We embrace and celebrate the value that diversity brings to an organization. Diverse backgrounds and different points of view help Houzz provide the best experience for our community. Houzz is committed to fostering an inclusive environment through projects and initiatives, such as employee resource groups, that support Houzzers’ efforts to be themselves and share their lives at work.

If you would like assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@houzz.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

Houzz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans

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About Houzz

When founders Adi and Alon remodeled their home, they were frustrated by the lack of resources and inspiration to help them articulate a vision and select the right pro to make it a reality. 

So they built Houzz. 

Houzz is now the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing an all-in-one software solution for industry professionals and tools for homeowners to update their homes from start to finish. Using Houzz, people can find ideas and inspiration, hire professionals, and shop for products. Houzz Pro (houzz.com/pro) provides home industry professionals with a business management and marketing SaaS solution that helps them to win projects, collaborate with clients and teams, and run their business efficiently and profitably. 

Our Mission and Core Values

We're proud to say there's no one quite like us. Houzz is a community-centric, innovative tech company that continues to disrupt the home renovation and design industry. Our mission-driven culture is rooted in our core values, and we’re all here for one purpose: make the home remodeling and design process more fun and productive for everyone. 

Our Mission

To create the best experience for home renovation and design.

Our Core Values

We’re a Community

We put our community of Houzzers, industry professionals and homeowners first. We approach our work with care, humility and respect. We deliver value to our community through our products and services.

We Build the Future

We are visionaries who challenge the status quo. We are creative, innovative and curious. We embrace change and different ideas to drive our industry forward. 

We Make Things Happen

We are solution-seekers and self-starters. We listen, move fast and empower our teams to deliver extraordinary results and products. We play to win.

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