Description

As a Localization Manager at Airbnb, you will drive the localization strategy for the Canadian market, partner with cross-functional teams, and ensure Airbnb's content feels native to Canadian users. You will own language quality, adapt global strategies locally, and contribute to international growth.

Requirements

• 8+ years in product localization with proven track record of owning localization strategy in international launches.
• Fluency in English and native knowledge of Canadian French.
• Experience building market strategies using market research and data analysis.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and partnership skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive strategic initiatives.
• Outstanding project/program management and stakeholder management experience across time zones.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills with ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Self-starter, outcome-oriented, seeking ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels in ambiguous environments.
• Must be able to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Country Manager, Marketing, Legal, Business Operations, Policy and Communications to devise business strategies aligned with Airbnb's goals.
• Be the linguistic and cultural expert for Canada, proactively sharing global strategy and roadmap with local teams.
• Craft language strategies offering users an authentic native experience.
• Own localization of product naming and creative copies, building Airbnb's brand in Canada.
• Initiate conversations with central and local teams to influence product changes for market needs.
• Research needs of international users in collaboration with Consumer Insights.
• Lead localization quality improvement initiatives at language and team level.
• Ensure translation and QA vendors deliver high quality service; assess vendor metrics and drive improvements.
• Coordinate language feedback from users and employees; develop linguistic and cultural standards.
• Support content copywriting for marketing initiatives.