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Karin Benner

Karin Benner

Waldems

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders.


Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Language Office Director

RWS
11.2008 - Current
  • Consistently improved performance of branch by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
  • Drove change management to ensure restructuring or implementation of new tools and processes.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through introduction of cross-functional communication channels.
  • Reported to senior management on team performance and progress toward goals.
  • Collaborated with HR to recruit top talent, reducing turnover rates and enhancing overall staff quality.
  • Cultivated positive work environment through team-building activities and recognition of outstanding performances.
  • Networked with universities, giving presentations and workshops to secure talents.

Translation Manager

RWS
05.2008 - 10.2008
  • Managed department through team of 5 Line Managers
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain linguistic accuracy.
  • Spearheaded process improvements by reviewing existing workflows and incorporating industry best practices where applicable.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Translation Line Manager

SDL
09.2006 - 04.2008
  • Supervised team ot 10 translators
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that led to significant enhancements in overall process effectiveness throughout department.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback.

CAT Lead

Adams Globalization
06.2001 - 08.2006
  • Trained internal and external linguists on CAT tools.
  • Evaluating performances and creating development plans to improve project results.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure correct delivery of projects.

Freelance Translator and Editor

Self-employed
11.1999 - 05.2001
  • Established good relationships with clients through consistent delivery of top-quality translation and editing services.
  • Facilitated cross-cultural communication by offering cultural consultation services alongside translation work.

Public Relations Specialist

Eichborn Verlag
09.1991 - 07.1996
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams and authors to develop messaging strategies.
  • Developed compelling press materials including press releases to generate coverage for published books.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering their professional development.

Education

Diploma - Buchwissenschaft (Publishing)

Ludwig-Maximilian University
Munich
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - History

Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
Frankfurt
04.2001 -

Skills

Staff Management

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Timeline

Language Office Director

RWS
11.2008 - Current

Translation Manager

RWS
05.2008 - 10.2008

Translation Line Manager

SDL
09.2006 - 04.2008

CAT Lead

Adams Globalization
06.2001 - 08.2006

Diploma - Buchwissenschaft (Publishing)

Ludwig-Maximilian University
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - History

Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
04.2001 -

Freelance Translator and Editor

Self-employed
11.1999 - 05.2001

Public Relations Specialist

Eichborn Verlag
09.1991 - 07.1996

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