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Sandy BEAUNAY

Colchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Skilled professional with native proficiency in English and French, experienced in research tools and Adobe Creative Suite. Strong communication and organizational abilities, proven success in high-pressure environments and team collaboration. Advanced certifications in Word and intermediate in Excel reflect dedication to ongoing professional development. Aspires to utilize diplomatic sensitivity in roles requiring nuanced communication and cultural awareness.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work history

Self Employed Translator and Transcriptionist

SandyPA
Colchester
05.2009 - 07.2025
  • Executed technical translations for specifications and briefs between English-French and French-English.
  • Prepared submission documents for architectural competitions in French.
  • Completed website translations to enhance accessibility and audience reach.
  • Delivered administrative services, including audio transcription and word processing.
  • Streamlined workflow, ensuring efficient translation process.
  • Translated technical manuals to aid user comprehension.
  • Liaised with foreign clients to facilitate better understanding.
  • Worked on high-profile projects to ensure seamless communication.
  • Provided translation services for enhanced cross-cultural communication.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously for increased productivity.
  • Delivered assignments within strict deadlines, demonstrating excellent time management skills.
  • Handled literary translations, preserving original tone and style.
  • Improved client relationships by providing accurate and timely translations.
  • Maintained confidentiality whilst handling sensitive documents.
  • Worked closely with marketing teams to translate promotional materials.
  • Validated document accuracy with thorough proofreading skills.
  • Proofread translated texts to meet interpretation quality standards.
  • Prepared documentation in multiple languages for official use.
  • Revised and translated materials to improve word choice and refine meanings.
  • Reviewed written texts for grammar, spelling and contextual accuracy.
  • Demonstrated cultural awareness for enhanced translation understanding and accuracy.
  • Delivered clear, accurate technical translations for civil engineering/ technical texts.
  • Retained correct meaning of original documentation, choosing optimal words, phrases and voice to convey same style of writing.
  • Reviewed business, legal and personal documents in detail to understand terminology and intended meanings.
  • Preserved meaning, intention and context of original speech and texts.
  • Maintained excellent client confidentiality during project translation services.
  • Created translation reference and glossary documents for improved department resources.
  • Studied language vocabulary, cultural background and environment-specific terms to develop and maintain advanced linguistic abilities.
  • Ensured linguistic consistency across all translated documents.

Personal Assistant to Deputy Chairman

Christie Manson and Woods Ltd
London
10.2003 - 04.2009
  • Conducted general correspondence and took dictation using Microsoft Office.
  • Arranged extensive travel plans and managed diary for Deputy Chairman.
  • Assisted Deputy Chairman with client relationships, ensuring highest service standards for VIPs.
  • Ensured smooth office operations during Deputy Chairman's absence.
  • Coordinated telephone bidding for major clients to secure successful transactions.
  • Monitored expense claims and business mileage for accurate reporting.
  • Handled incoming calls, recorded messages, and followed up on each query.
  • Maintained filing system and performed general office administration duties.
  • Scheduled appointments and conference calls coordinated seamlessly across different time zones.
  • Liaised with clients and stakeholders for effective relationship management.
  • Assisted in project management, contributed to successful completion of crucial projects.
  • Provided personal assistance to CEO whilst travelling overseas on business trips.
  • Maintained confidentiality of documents, ensured secure handling of sensitive information.
  • Coordinated daily schedules for CEO with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Organised meetings, improved communication within teams.
  • Resolved administrative issues promptly, minimised downtime in operations.
  • Took minutes during meetings with accuracy and precision, facilitated follow-up actions efficiently.

Executive/Marketing Assistant

Theatre Projects Consultants
London
04.1999 - 10.2003
  • Joined Theatre Projects Consultants as Executive Assistant to Project Directors in 1999.
  • Supported six directors with confidential matters and complex tasks.
  • Typed reports and correspondence at 55 wpm; proficient in Advanced Word, Outlook, Intermediate Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Coordinated project development and facilitated numerous feasibility studies and building design projects.
  • Managed competition announcements and liaised with design teams and prospective clients.
  • Arranged global travel and organised meetings, taking minutes as required.
  • Collaborated on marketing strategies with Managing Director and attended export opportunity meetings.
  • Oversaw preparation of PR materials, including brochures, press releases, and marketing mail shots.

English Teacher

Technological Institute of Mechanical Engineering
Toulouse
10.1996 - 07.1997
  • English teacher

Scholar Support

Le Mirail University
Toulouse
11.1996 - 06.1997
  • Scholar support for first year students. Computer assisted teaching of English grammar

Documentalist

Le Mirail University
Toulouse
06.1995 - 08.1995
  • Reviewed and updated records, maintaining accuracy over time.
  • Sorted and filed incoming documents to maintain organised workspace.
  • Catalogued archived files for improved data management.

Education

Unfinished PhD - English, art and English literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
Toulouse

DEA (equivalent to MPhil) - English, art and English Literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
Toulouse
10/1995 - 10/1996

Maîtrise (Equivalent to a Master's degree) - Anglais, art and English literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
Toulouse
09/1994 - 10/1995

Licence d'Anglais (equivalent; Bachelor's degree) - English Literature,

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
Toulouse
09/1993 - 09/1994

Lettres Supérieures - Intensive two-year postgraduate-level program in literature, maths, and humanities

Prytanée National Militaire
La Flèche
09/1991 - 06/1993

Baccalauréat D (equivalent to A levels) - Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Lycée Paul Sabatier
Carcassonne
09/1990 - 07/1991

Skills

  • Native-level proficiency in English and French
  • Research tools expertise
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Diplomatic sensitivity
  • Advanced Word and Intermediate Excel certifications
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Quick learner
  • Team collaboration
  • Ability to work under pressure

Affiliations

  • yoga, cinema, music, history, learning new languages

Timeline

Self Employed Translator and Transcriptionist

SandyPA
05.2009 - 07.2025

Personal Assistant to Deputy Chairman

Christie Manson and Woods Ltd
10.2003 - 04.2009

Executive/Marketing Assistant

Theatre Projects Consultants
04.1999 - 10.2003

Scholar Support

Le Mirail University
11.1996 - 06.1997

English Teacher

Technological Institute of Mechanical Engineering
10.1996 - 07.1997

Documentalist

Le Mirail University
06.1995 - 08.1995

Unfinished PhD - English, art and English literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail

DEA (equivalent to MPhil) - English, art and English Literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
10/1995 - 10/1996

Maîtrise (Equivalent to a Master's degree) - Anglais, art and English literature

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
09/1994 - 10/1995

Licence d'Anglais (equivalent; Bachelor's degree) - English Literature,

Université de Toulouse le Mirail
09/1993 - 09/1994

Lettres Supérieures - Intensive two-year postgraduate-level program in literature, maths, and humanities

Prytanée National Militaire
09/1991 - 06/1993

Baccalauréat D (equivalent to A levels) - Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Lycée Paul Sabatier
09/1990 - 07/1991

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