About Us

From Small Beginnings to Global Reach

Our Story

Founded with the goal of making global communication effortless, Managed Language has grown from a small team of linguists into a trusted international partner. Over the years, we’ve expanded our services, embraced new technologies, and built long-standing relationships with clients across industries. Our history is defined by a commitment to accuracy, cultural understanding, and helping our clients succeed in any market.

What Drives Us Forward

Our Mission

We are committed to producing language solutions that are not only accurate but also culturally relevant and aligned with your brand’s tone and voice. Every project is handled by expert linguists, reviewed through rigorous quality checks, and tailored to meet your specific objectives.

Our role is to help organisations communicate seamlessly across borders, industries and cultures. We remove the barriers that prevent brands from connecting with their audiences, enabling businesses to thrive in new and diverse markets.

We integrate the latest technologies into our workflows to improve efficiency, reduce turnaround times, and enhance quality — without compromising the human expertise that makes every message meaningful.

We believe that strong relationships are the foundation of success. That’s why we work closely with clients to understand their long-term goals and adapt our services as their needs evolve.

Where We’re Heading

Our Vision

We strive for growth that benefits everyone — from our clients and employees to the wider communities we serve. This means operating with integrity, investing in people, and prioritising long-term impact over short-term gains.

We see technology as an enabler, not a replacement. Our vision is to harness AI, automation and advanced tools to make language services faster, smarter and more efficient, while keeping human creativity at the core.

We aim to create a future where everyone can share ideas, stories and opportunities without the limits of geography or language. Communication should be as natural and inclusive as possible.

Our goal is to be recognised as the most trusted global partner for professional language services, known for innovation, quality, and our ability to deliver at scale.

How We Work

Our Process

Step 1

Discovery

We listen, ask questions, and understand your goals.

Step 2

Strategy

We create a tailored plan based on your needs and target markets.

Step 3

Execution

Our expert linguists and technology deliver accurate, culturally relevant content.

Step 4

Review

Every project undergoes quality checks to ensure flawless results.

Step 5

Delivery & Support

We deliver on time and remain available for ongoing support.

The Managed Language Advantage

Benefits That Go  Beyond Language

We combine linguistic expertise, advanced technology and a client-focused approach to deliver more than just translations. Our benefits help you communicate with clarity, scale your operations, and achieve measurable success in any market.

Dedicated Support

Fast, personal service from our expert language team.

Scalable Solutions

Flexible services for projects of any size or complexity.

Consistent Quality

Strict review processes ensure accuracy and alignment.

Cultural Connection

Content that feels authentic in every market.

People Behind the Words

Meet the Managed Language Team

Our strength lies in our people — a diverse team of linguists, strategists and technologists working together to deliver outstanding results.

Mark Alford

Founder
Chief problem solver
Mariana Pessoa

Managing Director
 Head of Localisation & Transcreation
Richard Thompson

Managing Director
 Chief Technology Officer
Andre Leite

Operations & Projects Manager
Eero Kaiku

Project Manager
Transcreation Specialist
Leyre Alijarde

Project Manager
QA Specialist
Francisco Pires

Project Manager
Copywriting Lead
Suraj Jaiswal

DTP Manager

Experts in Every Word

Our Writers & Linguists

At the heart of Managed Language are our specialist writers and linguists. With deep cultural knowledge and subject expertise, they ensure every project is accurate, engaging and perfectly adapted for its audience.

Fabie

French

Paris-born, South of France raised, now London-based. A marketing and transcreation pro who loves music, champagne and tropical snorkelling.
Michelangelo

Italian

Lecce-born linguist since 2014, now freelancing from Italy. Specialises in subtitles, marketing and pharmaceuticals, with a love for creative, flexible work.
Martin

German

German-born, happily living in Finland, Martin is a linguist and drummer with an M.A. in Media Studies, bringing rhythm and precision to every project.
Z Xu

Chinese

Shanghai-born linguist with a PhD in Translation and certified NY court interpreter. Experienced across law, academia and intercultural studies.
Jelle

Dutch

Native Dutch speaker and proud polyglot, passionate about the nuances only humans can translate – proving AI isn’t there yet.
Sirin

Thai

Hiker, diver and explorer who thrives on new experiences. Brings curiosity and fresh perspective to every communication challenge.
François

French

Voracious reader of Austen and the Victorians turned translator with 15+ years’ experience. Works with agencies and publishers on English and American novels.
Irene

Spanish

Freelance translator since 2014 with a background in Economics and Translation. Passionate about uncovering the meaning behind every word.
Birgit

German

Austrian translator near Salzburg, blending creativity with linguistic precision. Experienced across diverse texts, from untranslatable words to cultural nuance.
Flavia

Italian

Italian translator working from English, French and Arabic. Also a professional VoiceOver artist with a creative, multilingual edge.
Hélène

French

French translator specialising in fashion, luxury and sports. Literature degree holder with 18 years’ experience living in Ireland.
Oksana

Russian

Translator with 25 years’ experience in Technical, Medical and Business texts. Holds degrees in Engineering, Economics and Philosophy.
Hamou

French

Native French content writer and translator since 2011. Specialises in finance, eCommerce and industrial communications.
Anastasia

Russian

Translator with degrees in Linguistics, Environmental Studies and Pedagogics. Skilled in scientific and linguistic specialisations.
Nenad

Serbian

Veteran translator since 1989, specialising in subtitles and localisation. Works across English to Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian and Montenegrin.
Maya

Greek

Greek-born translator working in Greek, English, French and Italian. Trained in Applied Linguistics, History of Art and Tourism.
Regina

German

Dedicated linguist with a sharp ear and precise delivery. Known for focus, creativity and consistent quality across projects.
Giovanna

Portugues BR

Brazilian translator and DTP artist since 2014. Professional in creative industries, with a passion for cultural and media content.
Duarte

Portuguese

Lisbon-based translator with formal Translation Studies background. Works from English and French with strong passion for languages.
Norbert

Hungarian

Translator and English teacher with 8+ years’ experience. Background in marketing, psychology and linguistics, fluent across three countries.
Núria

Spanish

Catalan translator specialising in marketing, tourism and literature. Works from EN, FR and PT into ES and CA, with three books published.
Christine

French

French native translator with 10+ years’ experience in IT, technical and marketing content. Living in the US within a multilingual family.
Kelly-Ann

English

UK-born translator with a passion for accuracy. Experienced across Spain and Poland, with a strong focus on precise, polished English.

Join Our Global Network

We’re Hiring Linguists & Language Experts

We’re always looking for talented translators, writers and linguists to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about languages, detail-oriented and eager to work on exciting global projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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