TRANSLATING AND INTERPRETING BETWEEN
ENGLISH AND RUSSIAN
I provide certified translations for all types of documents, working with clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines. Interpreting holds a special place in my work, as it allows me to connect with people through meaningful, face‑to‑face interactions.
Below is a brief overview of my previous work showcasing the variety of sectors and project types I have been involved with, to give you a feel for the variety of work I’ve undertaken. I warmly invite you to get in touch - I’ll be genuinely happy to assist with your project.
Oil and Gas Industry
I translated technical manuals, documentation, and professional correspondence for clients including Genesis Oil and Gas Ltd., Rohrback Cosasco Systems UK Ltd., and Rollstud Ltd., covering specialised fields such as petroleum geology, reservoir engineering, subsea production systems design, and pipeline integrity equipment, among others.
Exhibitions and Conferences
I provided interpretation services over multiple years at the bi‑annual SPE Offshore Europe conference and exhibition in Aberdeen — a flagship event organised by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) — supporting Russian‑speaking delegations from across Eastern Europe and Central Asia in high‑level discussions on offshore energy.
Training Courses and Seminars
I provided both simultaneous and consecutive interpretation at subsea equipment training, as well as Health and Safety, Risk Assessment, Helicopter Survival, and Fire Safety courses organised by UK companies for Russian‑speaking clients from Russia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Estonia.
Whisky distilleries,
Food & Drink
I provided interpreting services at Glenfiddich, Balvenie, Royal Lochnagar, and Glen Garioch distilleries for Russian‑speaking trade delegations — including Beluga Group, Mondelez International, and others — covering topics such as barley malting, production processes, maturation, cooperage, blending, and guided tastings.
Law and Law Enforcement
I translated a wide range of legal documents — including Family Law materials (birth, marriage, divorce and death certificates, Wills), Commercial Law documentation (contracts, company formation papers), litigation materials, police reports, and victim, suspect, and witness statements. I provided interpreting services for solicitors, police, and immigration officers.
Local Government
I interpreted and translated for local government departments, including Social Services, Housing, and Economic Development. I translated social worker reports and provided interpreting services during home visits and office-based interviews.
Accountancy & Management
I provided precise translation of financial and corporate documents, including company accounts, tax returns, bank statements, and financial forecasts.
National Health Service (NHS)
I provided accurate translation of medical reports prepared by general practitioners and hospital consultants, and delivered consecutive and simultaneous interpretation at medical consultations in health centres and hospitals.
Education & Social Services
Translated secondary school and university degree certificates, school administrative documents, and academic and Social Services reports; interpreted during teacher–parent meetings and interviews to support effective communication between staff and parents.
Hospitality and Events
I provided accurate translation of hospitality, events and tourism industry materials -- including hotel brochures, promotional content for tourist attractions, and wedding communications - and delivered interpretation services at official functions and events.
Tourism &
Guided Visits
I delivered interpretation for sightseeing tours, guided visits to production facilities such as whisky distilleries and Johnsons of Elgin (Cashmere & Fine Woollens), and at prestigious golf events at Trump International Golf Course and Resort, Balmedie, among others.
Fair Prices and Confidentiality
Customer satisfaction is my top priority. I offer fair, transparent pricing with no hidden fees or unexpected charges, and I uphold the highest standards of confidentiality in every project.
Testimonials
I am so grateful for the trust my clients place in my English - Russian translating and interpreting services. Here’s what they’ve shared about their experiences:
"Quick and effective"
"Very
professional "
"Delighted with the result"
“In 2012 Braemar Castle commissioned a Russian translation of the information sheet we provide for overseas visitors. We were delighted with the service and with the result. The work was carried out quickly and efficiently. The satisfaction of our Russian visitors confirmed our confidence in the translation provided by Elena Sargeant”.
Doreen Wood, Marketing Director, Braemar Castle and Braemar Community Ltd.
“Elena acted as our Russian/English translator during many meetings with our Russian clients and was able to able to translate highly technical information quickly and effectively. The translation work that she carried out was translating English to Russian and in translating Russian to English and was both written and oral. I would have no hesitation in using Elena's services again”.
Steven Murphy, Senior Consultant Process Engineer, Genesis (Technip Energies)
“I used Elena’s services during Offshore Europe both as a translator of important documents in advance of the event (this was a late request which meant she had to work through the night rather than let us down); and as an interpreter (both consecutive and simultaneous) to our high-level delegation during meetings and presentations. Elena was well presented, very professional and extremely adaptable to our ever-changing needs, going the extra mile to deliver an outstanding customer experience. I very much hope I have the opportunity to work with her again and have no hesitation in recommending her”.
Liz Hide, Operations / Project Manager, Liz Hide Associates.