Global Terminology Specialist (fixed-term)

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

The Global Content Services organization is responsible for the global processes and technologies for product content management and delivery at Konecranes. We are now looking for an experienced and talented Global Terminology Specialist to join our team. 

This role is a fixed-term parental leave substitution for 1 year starting from May 2026. 

As a Global Terminology Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and managing terminology work across the organization. The role combines hands-on expertise in terminology management with responsibility for maintaining and developing terminology processes and tools, ensuring consistency, clarity, and accuracy across company content and processes.

The ideal candidate has a strong linguistic background, experience in terminology management and process development, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities:

• Development and maintenance of a multilingual terminology database, including linguistic research, validation, and continuous improvement to ensure the database remains a key resource for stakeholders.
• Terminology process and tool development: ongoing evaluation and optimization of terminology tools and workflows to support efficient, high-quality output.
• Governance and quality control: maintaining terminology governance practices, including terminology approval, updates, and compliance with corporate standards.
• Cross-functional collaboration with product management, engineering, marketing, and localization to ensure terminology supports business needs.
• Localization support: close cooperation with localization teams to support terminology adaptation across languages.
• Stakeholder engagement: collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather feedback and support continuous improvement in terminology management.
• Training and guidance: providing training and support to ensure terminology guidelines are understood and followed across corporate functions.

What we expect from you:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Linguistics, Translation, Terminology Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience as a terminologist or in a related terminology management role. Experience in process development is required; background in information design, technical communication, or taxonomy work is an advantage.
• Tools: Experience with terminology management tools (e.g. Kaleidoscope Quickterm) and familiarity with localization tools and content management systems.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Finnish is required; German is considered an advantage.
• Strong project management skills, with experience working in cross-functional environments.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Why join us?

At Konecranes, you will find yourself in a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your expertise is truly valued. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, enabling you to develop your skills and advance your career. Joining us means being part of a global network of professionals committed to innovation, safety, and making a tangible difference in the industries we serve. You will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects alongside talented colleagues and benefit from our commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

In addition, we offer our employees: 

• Flexible & hybrid working options. 
• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package such as epassi welfare benefit, possibility to rent Konecranes cottages, free gyms in Hyvinkää and Espoo, and multiple sports and leisure activities through Koneen Kerho ry. 
• The chance to join our Employee Share Savings Plan. 

Interested?

If you are inspired by this role, please submit your application by the 6th of April, at latest via Apply -link below.

For further information about the role, please contact Isa Anderson, Director, Global Content Services by phone +358400384553 or email isa.anderson@konecranes.com.

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.