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Posted on29 April 2025

How We Work: Celebrating Our Supplier Network of Translators, Interpreters, and More

By Rachel Lambert | rachellambert.biz | Copy & Content | White Papers | Case Studies

Rachel Lambert

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible professionals who make up our fantastic supplier network! By sharing a few of the ways in which we do our best to create a positive and professional atmosphere, while celebrating a genuinely enjoyable working relationship.

At Atlas Translations, we don’t just work with translators, interpreters, and language professionals—we collaborate with them. Our fantastic supplier network is a core part of how we deliver top-tier language services, and we’re proud to say it’s not just strong, it’s thriving.

Call us on +44 (0)1727 812 725 or email us at team@atlas-translations.co.uk to let us know what you need. We respond quickly to all enquiries!

Fair Pay, Prompt Pay

We know how important it is to be paid fairly and on time. It’s not just good manners—it’s good business. That’s why prompt payment isn’t something we aspire to; it’s something we actively practice.

In May 2023, we became a proud member of the Prompt Payment Code (PPC). This voluntary code sets the standard for responsible payment practices by small businesses.

Fast forward to late 2024, the Prompt Payment Code was overhauled and became the Fair Payment Code (FPC).

Atlas Translations is proud to have received the Gold award from the FPC for our long-standing business practices. As a holder of the Gold award, we are subject to a set of expected behaviours which we remain committed to:

  • Contracts should be clear and understandable
  • Everyone should know the payment terms and when money will arrive
  • Payment disputes should be avoided and resolved quickly if they do arise

We aim to keep all communication around payments open, clear, and transparent—because this is how trust is built and maintained.

Working with the Best in the Business

Our suppliers are highly skilled professionals with a deep understanding of language and culture. Every single one of them works in their native language, which means we can deliver accurate, authentic, and culturally relevant translations with confidence.

But it doesn’t stop there. Our translators and interpreters also bring:

Sector-Specific Knowledge

Legal, medical, financial, technical—you name it, we’ve got someone who speaks the industry language.

Specialist skills

From voiceover artists to proofreaders, our network includes a wide variety of language professionals. We carefully match every project with the right supplier, ensuring a perfect fit for your project.

happy customer quote from atlas translations client university of york

Growth, Support, and Opportunities

We’re always looking to build new connections with talented language professionals. If you’re an experienced translator or interpreter looking to work with a supportive and responsive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s how to get started:

  • Contact us: Call 01727 812 725 or email team@atlas-translations.co.uk for a friendly, discovery chat.
  • Application process: If it looks like a match, we’ll share the details you need to complete the application.
  • Join our fantastic supplier network: Become part of a team that values collaboration, professionalism, and continual growth.

A Global Network That Celebrates Diversity

Cultural understanding is at the heart of excellent translation, and that’s why diversity matters so much to us.

We’re proud to work with professionals from all around the world, and we believe that the variety of experience and perspective makes our work better, fuller, and more human.

🌍 Global Expertise – Our team brings valuable insight into different cultural contexts.

🫂 Inclusive Practices – Every voice in our supplier network matters.

💫 Stellar Quality – Diversity improves the relevance and authenticity of the work we deliver.

Building Real Connections at Our Supplier Open Days

Twice a year, we host Supplier Open Days in St Albans—our home base and yours for the day if you’re in town. These events are our way of saying that you’re not just names in an inbox; you’re valued members of the Atlas team.

Expect a day filled with:

Networking

Get to know fellow translators, interpreters, and language professionals.

Industry Insights

Hear updates and share thoughts on what’s shaping the translation world.

Community Building

Chat over coffee and cake (there’s always cake!) and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space.

These Open Days are about much more than business—they’re about building a community. We want everyone who works with Atlas to feel appreciated, supported, and connected.

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Straight from Our Suppliers

We couldn’t wrap up without sharing a few words from a couple of the talented people who work with us:

Wilhemina: “Never worked for a better agency! The people at Atlas are amazing to work for. They are friendly, respectful, responsive and always available for questions and clarifications. Their invoicing system is user friendly and they pay very promptly. I have many years of experience translating as a freelancer and can safely say that Atlas is the best agency to work for!”

Mohan: “Working with Atlas Translation has been a wonderful experience. The staff at Atlas have been very supportive, friendly, polite, patient, and went out of their way to help you and make your interpreting project very easy. It’s a pleasure to work with Atlas Translations. Payments for completed projects were made promptly, even upon completion, without any hassle and/or without recourse for payment.”

Wojciech: “I work for Atlas Translations since 2011 and simply put – they are just great! Always helpful and fair to translators and it is true pleasure to work with the staff. I wish Atlas all the best!”

These kind words mean the world to us, and they reaffirm our belief that respectful, professional relationships are key to outstanding work.

It’s a Wrap!

The freelance professionals we work with are an essential part of what makes Atlas Translations tick. We’re committed to maintaining strong relationships, fair practices, and a culture of mutual respect, tea, and cake.

We hope you look forward to growing this fantastic supplier network, together.

Contact Us

We’d love for you to contact Atlas Translations! We’re always here for a chat or to answer questions!

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The A-Team (l to r: Steffi, Rhys, Clare, Joanna, Jim, and Anna—not shown is our Amy)

Call us on +44 (0)1727 812 725 or email us at team@atlas-translations.co.uk to let us know what you need. We respond quickly to all enquiries!

If you’d like to meet us face to face, learn more about our translation and language services, or deliver documents, please email or call us ahead of time to arrange a meeting.

Use the Live Chat option during UK working hours to ask us any questions. You’ll chat with a real, live human—we’re a bot-free zone! Just click the little icon at the bottom right of your screen to start chatting with us.

If you need a quick quote, we have a handy Get a quote button located at the top of our website, where you can get an estimate for your needs.

Can I Trust Atlas Translations?

Yes, you can! But if you’re after something a little more concrete, here’s some info:

Atlas Translations holds two ISO certifications — ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 17100:2017 (Translation Services).

If the project is highly confidential, we can sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for added peace of mind.

Are you wondering if we’re up to date on privacy? We registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) over 20 years ago and have always placed a high importance on data protection.

You can read more about our commitment to quality here.

Atlas Translations prides itself on providing fast, friendly, and high-quality language services. But don’t just take our word for it—see what our clients are saying about us.

We’re also on TrustPilot, and you can read our reviews here.

Global Voice, Local Touch

If you’re looking for some top tips for partnering with Atlas Translations, we have some top tips to share! We answer 25 of our clients’ most frequently asked questions, ranging from typesetting queries to discussing reference materials.

Click to download Global Voice, Local Touch

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Updated version; originally published June 11, 2024

ISO 17100 – ISO 17100:2017 for Translation Services (since this standard began, in 2008, externally audited annually).
Mindful employer

Mindful Employer Plus – As a Charter member, our team have access to an Employee Assistance Program with 24/7/365 support, as we work toward achieving better mental health at work.
Federation of Small Businesses and the Self-Employed

A proud member of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), a dynamic and inclusive not-for-profit membership organisation. FSB is dedicated to supporting and empowering small businesses across the UK and is committed to fostering an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive, innovate, and succeed.

Atlas Translations has been accredited by the Fair Tax Foundation since February 2024. The Fair Tax Foundation is a not-for-profit social enterprise developed by a team of tax justice, corporate responsibility, and ethical consumer experts. It was launched in 2014.

We’ve been registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) since 2004. Go to https://ico.org.uk/ for more information.

We hold a full membership in the Association of British HealthTech Industries. The ABHI supports the HealthTech community by providing products and services that help people live healthier lives. As the voice of the industry, we show the value of health technology and overcome barriers to people benefitting from it now and in the future.

Certified since 2003, externally audited annually. ISO 9001:2015 is the international standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS), applicable across all sectors. ISO 9001 provides a framework to respond to changing quality requirements in line with changing demands across society, economics and the environment.
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Disability Confident Committed is creating a movement of change, encouraging employers like ourselves to think differently about disability and take action to improve how we recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. Being a DCC employer is a unique opportunity to lead the way in our community and show that we’re a disability inclusive employer.

Corporate membership of the ITI (Institute of Translation and Interpreting) since 1994. Corporate Member of the Year 2021. ITI is the only UK-based independent professional membership association for practising translators, interpreters and all those involved in the language services sector.

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.

ATC: We hold full membership with the Association of Translation Companies, a trade association representing the interests of language service companies in the UK and internationally. It is the leading voice for companies operating in the UK’s language services industry.

Living Wage Employer: As a living wage employer, we believe our staff deserve a wage which meets everyday needs. The Living Wage Foundation has a mission to encourage employers to play their part in tackling in-work and post-work poverty and provide a decent standard of living by paying the real Living Wage, adopting Living Hours and Living Pensions as well as wider good employment practices.
4-day week

Proudly a 4-Day Week Employer since 2019. Amongst other items, the 4-Day Week initiative calls for a reduction to the maximum working week from 48 hours per week to 32 hours per week by 2030.

 
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A member of the Good Business Charter since 2022. The GBC is a simple accreditation that organisations of all sizes in the UK can apply for in recognition of responsible business practices.
PIF

We’re a proud member of the Patient Information Forum (PIF), a membership organisation for anyone producing health information and support. PIF promote access to trusted, evidence-based health information for patients, carers, the public and healthcare professionals.

The Fair Payment Code (FPC) sets standards for best payment practices and is administered by the Small Business Commissioner on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). The Gold Award is awarded to those paying at least 95% of all invoices within 30 days.