Chloe Ballantine

Spanish/Portuguese to English Finance Translator

• Freelance Translator - Self-Employed (January 2021 - Present)

• Translation and proofreading of a range of documents, ensuring that the final texts convey the intended message as clearly as possible.
• Researching technical phraseology to ensure that the most accurate and appropriate term is used.
• Liaising with clients to discuss any ambiguous points and address any amendments required.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on or before the deadline and to the highest possible standard in accordance with the commission.

• Finance Assistant - SRG Financial Management Ltd (August 2019 - December 2020)

• Producing, proofreading and editing financial suitability reports for a wide range of client financial needs such as life insurance, investments, pensions and mortgages.
• Ensuring effective client management and communications.
• Individual client case management following compliance guidelines and deadlines.

• Music Tutor - Self-employed (October 2017 - June 2020)

• Preparing students for TCL examinations following specifications.
• Managing marketing, client communications, and administrative and accounting procedures.

• English Language Assistant - Colegio Internacional SEK El Castillo, Madrid (January 2018 - June 2018)

• Translation and proofreading of educational material from Spanish to assist non-native students.
• Management of education progression and assessment of spoken and written English.

• Master of Arts in Translation at Queen's University Belfast (Distinction)
• Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Portuguese Studies at Queen's University Belfast (First Class Honours)
• OCN Level 4 in Community Interpreting