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Chen Xiao Mei

@chenxiaomei

Experienced English–Chinese translator delivering accurate, culturally sensitive translations across legal, medical and technical domains.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I deliver accurate, culturally sensitive translations, collaborate with editors, use CAT tools, and grow professionally in a supportive team.

I am a versatile, dependable English–Chinese (and Chinese–English) translator with extensive freelance experience handling legal, medical, financial, technical and official documents under tight deadlines.

Since 2020 I have translated hundreds of projects — from court indictments and corporate conduct codes to medical lab materials and large technical manuals — and routinely incorporate feedback from proofreaders to improve quality. I use Trados Studio 2021 and maintain updated CPD to ensure professional standards.

I hold an MA in Translation Studies from the University of Birmingham and a BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature, and I am a member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK). I seek opportunities to grow my skills within a thriving organisation while delivering precise, culturally attuned translations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Translator

Current

Self-Employed

Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Provide English-Chinese and Chinese-English translation and proofreading for legal, medical, financial, technical, and marketing documents, delivering 100+ varied projects under tight deadlines and maintaining high accuracy through iterative reviews.

Trados Studio 2021 Proofreading MS Office CAT Tools Client Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Birmingham

Master of Arts, Translation Studies

2022 - 2024

Activities and societies: Participated in Siemens Design Challenge as part of a team and won a second award.

MA Translation Studies focusing on translation practice and technology with modules including Translating for Business, Translation Technology, Theoretical Skills, Specialised Translation, Multimodal Translation, and Professional Development.

The Open University

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), English Language and Literature

2019 - 2022

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Language and Literature covering modules such as introducing English language studies, advanced creative writing, exploring English grammar and the novel.