Lihiaoui Zouhair
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in translation and multilingual communication. Proven ability to supervise workflows and interpret effectively, facilitating collaboration among diverse teams. Strong negotiation skills lead to successful outcomes in various environments. Focused on leveraging expertise for ongoing career advancement in language services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Military Translator
Economat des Armees
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2021.06 - Current
- Assisted translating complex military documents when necessary, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Managed a team of translators for efficient workflow.
- Liaised with battalions to clarify project requirements.
- Translated simultaneously using interpretation and translation.
- Delivered clear, accurate technical translations for military texts.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness for enhanced translation understanding and accuracy.
- Studied language vocabulary, cultural background and environment-specific terms to develop and maintain advanced linguistic abilities.
Government contracts manager
Hertz
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2019.11 - 2021.05
- Trained junior staff members on contractual policies and procedures, improving team competence level overall.
- Established strong supplier relationships through strategic negotiations.
- Mitigated contractual risks by developing robust control measures.
- Administered company-wide contracts to promote standardisation and best practice.
- Maintained good rapport with suppliers fostering long-term partnerships that benefited the business.
- Conducted comprehensive contract reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Delivered cost savings through effective budget management.
- Negotiated new and existing provider contracts per agreed processes, meeting organisation priorities.
Public relations officer
Hertz
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2017.06 - 2019.10
- Reviewed public responses to campaigns, adjusting strategy accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders, ensuring alignment in messaging across all platforms.
- Planned, developed and implemented robust PR strategies to manage brand reputation.
- Conducted public presentations and prepared materials.
Public relations assistant
Hertz
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2015.10 - 2017.05
- Liaised with marketing department to synchronise PR activities with promotional strategies.
- Increased brand visibility by creating and implementing strategic PR campaigns.
- Built solid relationships with key industry influencers for enhanced brand reputation.
- Assisted in developing annual PR plan which led to consistent messaging across all channels.
Education
Diploma of Education - C1 - Langues française
Sorbonne University
Paris / France 2023.04 - 2025.04
Master of Business Administration - International management
Geneva Business School
Geneva / Switzeland 2018.06 - 2020.06
Higher National Diploma - Management
Ecole Supérieur des Affaires de Casablanca
Casablanca / Morocco 2012.09 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Education - English language & studies
Moulay Ismail University
Meknès / Morocco 2005.10 - 2009.11
Skills
- Translation expertise
- Multilingual proficiency
- Workflow supervision
- Interpreting capabilities
- Negotiation aptitude
Accomplishments
French National Defense Medal - 2023
Timeline
Diploma of Education - C1 - Langues française
Sorbonne University
2023.04 - 2025.04
Military Translator
Economat des Armees
2021.06 - Current
Government contracts manager
Hertz
2019.11 - 2021.05
Master of Business Administration - International management
Geneva Business School
2018.06 - 2020.06
Public relations officer
Hertz
2017.06 - 2019.10
Public relations assistant
Hertz
2015.10 - 2017.05
Higher National Diploma - Management
Ecole Supérieur des Affaires de Casablanca
2012.09 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Education - English language & studies
Moulay Ismail University
2005.10 - 2009.11