My Background
Hello, my name is Rachel. I am a native French speaker and grew up in central France before moving to the United Kingdom over 30 years ago.
I am a Chartered Linguist and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL), London.
After a 20-year career in international relations, marketing and telecommunications regulation, I have been dedicated since 2019 to the professional use and teaching of the French and English languages.
I now work as a translator registered with the Consulate General of France in London and accredited by the CIOL to provide official certified translations, as well as a qualified teacher of French and English as foreign languages.
My credentials and work ethics
Profile
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Freelance translator and language tutor since 2019
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Professional with over 30 years' work experience in the UK
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French and British national
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French mother tongue
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Other languages: English (fluent), German (intermediate), Italian (Intermediate)
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Translator registered with the French General Consulate in London
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Covered by a professional indemnity insurance
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All work undertaken according to CIOL's professional Code of Conduct
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Freelance professional registered with the ICO (personal data processing)
Qualifications
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CIOL Diploma in Translation (English/French)
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Cambridge CELTA and Alliance Française DAEFLE teaching qualifications
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University Master's degree in Applied Foreign Languages (English, German, International Relations)
Memberships/Accreditations
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Member of CIOL since 2019
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Officially accredited by CIOL to provide certified translations (recognised by official bodies and courts)
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Member of the CIOL Translation Committee from September 2019 to April 2023
