About Coley Translates

I’m Nicole and I’m so happy you’re here.

I’m a multilingual Yorkshire lass who’s turned my love for languages into my dream job. Yorkshire folk are renowned for being friendly and honest, and I’m no exception. So, expect to be treated like one of the family.

I’ve been called Coley for almost as long as I’ve loved languages, so it seemed like the perfect business name. The rest is history!

Speaking of history, I used to work in the legal profession, where I acquired a wealth of useful experience in legal and business translation. I’ve also lived and worked in both the English and French legal jurisdictions.

Enough about me! I want to know more about what I can do for you. That’s why you’re here, after all.

Do you want to marry the love of your life in a French vineyard? Or have you got your eye on that dream home in the French Riviera, and the only thing that’s standing in your way is a language barrier. Whatever your dreams are, I can make them a reality. With my help, the paperwork will be merely a formality.

Get in touch and I’ll take care of the rest.

Where can you find me?

While I’m lucky enough to be based in Barcelona, my business is location independent. So, no matter where you lay your head, our location won’t stop us from working together.

Why does a French to English translator live in Barcelona, I hear you ask?

Dedication to language learning. It’s as simple as that. You don’t fully understand your native language until you understand another. But why stop at just one.

Being an expat in a post-Brexit world will tell you something about how seriously I take breaking down language barriers. You want me on your side.

Why should I stand out from the crowd?

I never stop learning. If I’m not teaching legal English to French lawyers, you’ll usually find me with my head in a textbook or mentoring budding translators.

I have an edge. Not only can you benefit from what I know, but who I know. My unique contacts in the industry guarantee that my knowledge and language skills are always bang up to date. This is a huge bonus for you and makes me so much more than your average translator.

I also never turn down an opportunity to immerse myself in all things French, especially if it involves cheese and wine. Whatever you need, I’m always ready to offer you an effective solution in a language you understand.

When I’m not obsessing over words, grammar, or dogs, you can usually find me perusing a budget airline’s website for the latest deals or putting the world to rights with family and friends.

I also regularly carry out pro bono translation work for the United Nations and Translators without Borders.