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Posted on7 February 2022

Our Network of Terrific Qualified Translators

At Atlas Translations, our network of experienced, professional and qualified translators is at the heart of everything we do. We work with a wide range of suppliers to deliver translation services that always get the message right. Read on to find out more about what our suppliers do and why they’re an essential part of our work!

The people behind the translation

Working in hundreds of languages from all over the globe is no easy feat, and  requires a large variety of highly dedicated and qualified translators. We work with linguists from our database of experienced suppliers to deliver material that meets the high standard we always set out to achieve.

Each of our suppliers has their own profile on our database, complete with their language capabilities, pricing information, and any linguistic specialisms they may have. This helps us find the perfect match for any client by basing our search on the specific details demanded by each role.

Building connections

Our suppliers are so important to us as they help us to provide accurate and high-quality work every time. At Atlas, we care about making sure everyone we work with feels heard and respected, as we know that a positive working environment leads to the best results. 

Whenever a supplier takes on a role with us, we ensure their work follows our professional Code of Conduct. Suppliers work with a project manager from the in-house Atlas team, who is always on hand to make sure everything is running smoothly and on time. 

Taking the next step

If you’re interested in working with Atlas Translations as a supplier, get in touch with us today by phone or email. We’re always happy to have an informal chat with you to find out if we’re the right match for each other. If that’s the case, we can go on to discuss your application to join our database of professional linguists. 

Also keep an eye out for our Supplier FAQ videos, which you’ll find on our social media platforms throughout the month of February. If you’re looking to discover more about the sort of services we offer, why not take a look at the Client FAQ campaign we ran back in November. 

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CIEP: We’ve held Corporate membership Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading since 1993. CIEP are an international membership organisation that offers training and community for editorial professionals (copy editors and proofreaders) while helping members develop business confidence.

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