Build, manage, and grow your linguistic team.
LangTeams is LangImpact's linguistic human capital management service. Whether you want to build an in-house language team, outsource its management, or recruit specialist linguists for direct hire — we handle the people side of your language operations so you can focus on results.
Comprehensive solution
Selection, quality control and project management.
Flexibility and scalability
Ideal for both one-off projects and continuous work.
Professional and specialized localization
Not only native professionals, but also experts in each field.
Global Coverage
Any language, any market.
LangTeams: linguistic human capital management
LangTeams applies the principles of human capital management to the linguistic function of your organization. We select, onboard, manage, evaluate, and continuously develop the linguists who work on your content — treating them as a strategic asset rather than an interchangeable resource.
This is not about delivering translations. It is about building the human infrastructure that makes excellent language output possible and sustainable over time.
Language pairs and subject matter specializations
LangTeams currently covers most language pairs, all fully bidirectional. Additional combinations are available upon request. Find below the most demanded ones:
Language Pair | Subject Matter Specializations |
English ↔ Spanish | Legal, Technical, Medical, Software/IT, Marketing, Financial |
French ↔ Spanish | Legal, Technical, Marketing, E-commerce |
German ↔ Spanish | Technical, Automotive, Software/IT, Legal |
Italian ↔ Spanish | Legal, Fashion/Luxury, Marketing, Technical |
Portuguese ↔ Spanish | Legal, Technical, Marketing, Financial |
Our network covers over 40 language combinations. If your required pair is not listed, contact us — we will assess availability and build the right team for you.
Radical transparency: you know your team
Most organizations that outsource linguistic work have no idea who is actually handling their content. LangTeams operates on a fundamentally different principle: you always know your team.
From the moment a linguist is assigned to your account, you receive their full professional profile: academic background, years of experience, subject matter specializations, tools proficiency, and professional references. You can request changes at any time, and you can retain specific team members across projects when their performance meets your standards.
As your team works on your content, LangTeams builds a performance history for each individual. Quality scores, consistency trends, and improvement trajectories are documented and shared with you in your quarterly report. This is the same rigor applied to internal HR processes — applied to your external linguistic team.
The quarterly evaluation report covers: quality scores by project and individual, error category breakdown, terminology consistency metrics, volume processed, comparison with the previous quarter, and a forward-looking improvement plan. Nothing is hidden. Everything is measured.
Do you need a team of highly qualified, reliable and well-managed people?
At LangImpact we help you create, evaluate and coordinate teams of language experts by language pairs, so that your business speaks the same language as your customers.
Three ways to work with langteams
Model 1: Outsourced team management
You have linguists working on your content — or you need them — but you do not want to manage them internally. LangTeams takes full responsibility for the day-to-day coordination, quality oversight, performance monitoring, and continuous development of your linguistic team.
You receive quarterly evaluation reports for each team member, monthly performance summaries, and direct access to your team lead. You know exactly who is working on your content, what their quality scores look like, and what improvement actions are in place.
What’s included:
- Specialist linguist assignment by language pair and subject matter
- Day-to-day team coordination and workload management
- Translation quality management and assurance oversight
- Quarterly individual evaluations with written reports
- Monthly performance dashboards
- Linguist CVs and professional profiles on file
Model 2: In-House team building
You want the control and consistency of an in-house team, but you lack the expertise to build it from scratch. LangTeams designs the structure of your linguistic department, defines the profiles you need, and guides the entire setup process — from role definition to onboarding and quality framework implementation.
We help you establish the governance model, the quality standards, the tooling stack, and the performance evaluation processes that will make your in-house team effective from day one.
What’s included:
- Linguistic department design and role mapping
- Competency framework by language pair and specialization
- Onboarding process design (glossaries, style guides, TM setup)
- Translation quality assurance framework implementation
- Quarterly team evaluation methodology
- LangOps integration roadmap
Model 3: Specialist linguist recruitment
You need to bring specialist linguists onto your payroll — but finding, evaluating, and selecting the right profiles is complex and time-consuming. LangTeams manages the full recruitment process: sourcing, skills assessment, translation quality testing, interview support, and final recommendation.
Every candidate is evaluated on language pair proficiency, subject matter expertise, tools knowledge, and professional reliability. You receive a shortlist of verified profiles with full CVs and quality test results.
What’s included:
- Candidate sourcing from our verified network
- Skills and quality assessment (including translation quality tests)
- Subject matter specialization verification
- Full CV dossiers and quality test reports
- Interview support and final recommendation
- Post-hire onboarding guidance (optional)
To keep this in mind:
“Translation projects fail 60% more when teams are not aligned (CSA Research). We eliminate that risk.”
LangTeams within the langImpact langOps ecosystem
LangTeams is not a standalone service. It is the human capital layer of the LangImpact LangOps methodology — the people component of a broader operational framework that connects linguistic talent, quality measurement, process automation, and continuous improvement.
When LangTeams is combined with LangScore (LangImpact’s translation quality management platform), your team’s performance is measured automatically and objectively on every delivery. Quality data feeds directly into the quarterly evaluation process, making assessments evidence-based rather than subjective.
LangTeams integrates with the tools your organization already uses. We operate within Crowdin, Smartling, and other major platforms. We do not require you to change your workflow — we improve the human layer within it.
Why hire your language team with us?
Boutique specialization
Each project is managed by experts in the language combination and the required subject field, ensuring accuracy and relevance
Ongoing and transparent communication
Direct channels between client, managers and linguists for agility and total control.
Competitive advantage
Well-managed, multilingual teams enhance your brand's global reputation, facilitate internationalization, and boost innovation and productivity.
It minimizes errors and rework
Thanks to peer review and structured flow, the final texts always meet the expectations and demands of each language and culture.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between LangTeams and a staffing agency?
A staffing agency places candidates and moves on. LangTeams manages the ongoing performance, development, and evaluation of the linguists working on your content — whether they are external collaborators or direct hires. We are a long-term partner in your linguistic human capital strategy, not a one-time placement service.
Can we use LangTeams if we already have some linguists in place?
Yes. LangTeams can take over the management of an existing team, supplement it with additional profiles, or restructure it based on a competency assessment. We start with a diagnostic of your current situation and propose a tailored approach.
How does the quarterly evaluation work?
Every quarter, each linguist in your team receives a structured performance review based on quality scores, consistency metrics, terminology adherence, and professional conduct. You receive a consolidated report with individual assessments, team-level trends, and concrete action plans for the following quarter.
Do you work with our existing TMS and tools?
Yes. LangTeams operates within your existing workflow — Crowdin, Smartling, and other major platforms. We do not require tool changes. Our role is to manage the human layer, not to replace your technology stack.
What happens if a linguist underperforms?
We diagnose the root cause — whether it is a terminology gap, a style alignment issue, or a workload problem — and implement a corrective action plan. If performance does not improve within an agreed timeframe, we replace the linguist and onboard a new one at no additional cost.
Can LangTeams recruit linguists for direct employment by our organization?
Yes. This is our Specialist Linguist Recruitment model. We manage the full process — sourcing, quality testing, skills assessment, and final recommendation — so you hire with confidence.