UK-based French to English translator, specialising in

banking, finance and corporate communications 

 

I studied Modern Languages (French and German) at the University of Cambridge (MA Cantab), gaining a first in translation. I also hold the Chartered Institute of Linguists' Diploma in Translation (DipTrans), a Level 7 qualification equivalent to a Master's degree. I am a qualified member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (MITI).

 

Previously an in-house translator at Financial Times Information and a major French investment bank, I have been a full-time freelance translator since 2003. 

 

I work with specialist translation agencies and direct clients, including financial institutions and CAC 40 companies, offering impeccable standards and swift turnarounds. My translations are not only technically accurate but also appropriate in style, elegantly composed and, above all, clear.

In many cases, I work closely with clients to establish their "brand voice" and am able to compile English-language glossaries and style guides.

 

 Recent and regular projects include:

  • Equity and fixed income research
  • Economic research and analysis
  • Fund management reports and market comments, fund prospectus
  • Key information documents including PRIIPs
  • Annual reports (Universal Registration Document, management report, integrated report)
  • Financial statements and auditors' reports
  • Corporate press releases, including financial results
  • Accounting policies
  • Shareholder documentation (AGMs, newsletter, dividend notice) and investor presentations
  • Non-financial reporting, including sustainability, CSR, climate, gender equality 
  • Executive biographies and CVs
  • Insurance company Solvency and Financial Condition Report (SFCR)
  • Securities issue prospectus
  • Corporate websites
  • Marketing campaign plans
  • Independent valuation and appraisal reports
  • Audit and internal control reports
  • Regulatory documents
  • Commercial and banking litigation 
  • Financial news articles 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELIZABETH PRESTON TRANSLATIONS

MA (Cantab), CIOL DipTrans, MITI


Contact:
Tel.: +44 (0)1892 725749/ +44 (0)7866 424492

er@elizabethreed.co.uk