Entrevista boas vindas II

Bureau Veritas in Brazil – Company Overview

1. Bureau Veritas is an international company founded in 1828 in France.
O Bureau Veritas é uma empresa internacional fundada em 1828 na França.

2. It is one of the world's leading companies in testing, inspection and certification services.
É uma das empresas líderes mundiais em serviços de testes, inspeção e certificação.

3. In Brazil, the company operates in different regions and has more than 4,000 employees.
No Brasil, a empresa atua em diferentes regiões e possui mais de 4.000 funcionários.

4. It provides services to several industries, including energy, construction, mining and agriculture.
Oferece serviços para diversos setores, incluindo energia, construção, mineração e agricultura.

5. One of its main goals is to help companies improve quality, safety and efficiency.
Um dos seus principais objetivos é ajudar empresas a melhorar a qualidade, a segurança e a eficiência.

6. The company also helps businesses follow laws, regulations and international standards.
A empresa também ajuda negócios a cumprir leis, regulamentações e padrões internacionais.

7. Bureau Veritas works with sustainability and environmental protection.
O Bureau Veritas trabalha com sustentabilidade e proteção ambiental.

8. Technology and digital solutions are important parts of its daily operations.
A tecnologia e as soluções digitais são partes importantes de suas operações diárias.

9. The company uses digital tools to manage information, improve processes and support decision-making.
A empresa utiliza ferramentas digitais para gerenciar informações, melhorar processos e apoiar a tomada de decisões.

10. Its mission is to build trust by helping companies operate safely, responsibly and efficiently.
Sua missão é construir confiança ajudando empresas a operar com segurança, responsabilidade e eficiência.

Sources: Official Bureau Veritas Brazil website.

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Useful vocabulary

English	Portuguese
Testing	Testes
Inspection	Inspeção
Certification	Certificação
Quality	Qualidade
Safety	Segurança
Sustainability	Sustentabilidade
Compliance	Conformidade
Regulations	Regulamentações
Digital solutions	Soluções digitais
Decision-making	Tomada de decisões

Connection with an IT professional: For a Senior Active Directory Analyst, an interesting topic is how a company like Bureau Veritas uses IT infrastructure, identity management, access control and cybersecurity to protect business information and support employees working in different locations.

If you are going to have a first meeting with your new boss at Bureau Veritas Brazil as a Senior Active Directory Analyst, I recommend preparing in three areas:

1. Understanding the company and its business.

2. Understanding how your IT role supports the company.

3. Knowing what to say and what questions to ask your new manager.

You don't need to know every detail about Bureau Veritas. You need to demonstrate that you understand the company's business, its values and the importance of your position.

1. What you should know about Bureau Veritas

Product benefits - Hawle

Bureau Veritas

Founded in France in 1828 · Global operations

Its mission is to build a world of trust.

Here are some important facts you can mention during your conversation:

• Business: The company provides testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services.

• History: It was founded in France in 1828.

• Global presence: It operates in more than 140 countries.

• Brazil: It has more than 4,000 employees in Brazil.

• Infrastructure: Its Brazilian operations include 45 offices and laboratories.

• Industries: It works with energy, construction, agriculture, mining, marine services and other industries.

• Main objective: It helps companies improve quality, safety, performance and sustainability.

• Digital transformation: Technology and digital solutions help the company manage information and make better decisions.

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2. Understand the company's values

These are particularly useful topics to mention when talking to your manager.

Company value	Meaning
Trust	Building confidence with clients and employees
Responsibility	Taking responsibility for your work
Openness	Being open to new ideas
Inclusion	Respecting different people and opinions
Ambition	Looking for better results
Humility	Being willing to learn

Bureau Veritas also highlights ethics, safety and financial control as fundamental principles.

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A good sentence to use:

"I understand that trust, responsibility and integrity are very important values at Bureau Veritas. I believe these values are also essential in IT, especially when we work with security and sensitive company information."

Translation:

"Entendo que confiança, responsabilidade e integridade são valores muito importantes no Bureau Veritas. Acredito que esses valores também são essenciais em TI, especialmente quando trabalhamos com segurança e informações confidenciais da empresa."

3. Connect your position to the company's business

This is probably the most important part of your preparation.

As a Senior Active Directory Analyst, you should understand how your work supports the company's daily operations.

Consider these connections:

Your IT responsibility	Why it matters to Bureau Veritas
Active Directory management	Employees need reliable access to company systems.
User account management	Employees need the correct accounts and permissions.
Access control	Confidential information must be protected.
Cybersecurity	The company needs to reduce security risks.
PowerShell automation	Automation can improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
Identity management	Employees need secure access to the right resources.
Troubleshooting	Technical problems can affect daily operations.

An important idea to communicate to your boss:

"Because Bureau Veritas operates in different regions and industries, I understand that reliable IT systems, secure access and good communication between teams are very important."

Translation:

"Como o Bureau Veritas opera em diferentes regiões e setores, entendo que sistemas de TI confiáveis, acesso seguro e boa comunicação entre equipes são muito importantes."

4. Five things you should say during your meeting

These sentences will help you demonstrate professionalism and interest in the company.

1. Demonstrate that you understand the business.

"I understand that Bureau Veritas works with different industries and provides important services related to quality, safety and certification."

Entendo que o Bureau Veritas trabalha com diferentes setores e oferece serviços importantes relacionados à qualidade, segurança e certificação.

2. Show interest in the IT environment.

"I would like to understand more about the company's IT infrastructure, systems and current processes."

Gostaria de entender melhor a infraestrutura de TI, os sistemas e os processos atuais da empresa.

3. Demonstrate your willingness to contribute.

"I hope to use my experience to help improve security, access management and daily IT operations."

Espero utilizar minha experiência para ajudar a melhorar a segurança, o gerenciamento de acessos e as operações diárias de TI.

4. Show that you are open to learning.

"I know that every company has its own processes and challenges, so I am looking forward to learning how things work here."

Sei que cada empresa tem seus próprios processos e desafios, por isso estou ansioso para aprender como as coisas funcionam aqui.

5. Demonstrate teamwork.

"I believe that good communication between IT professionals and other departments is essential for achieving good results."

Acredito que uma boa comunicação entre os profissionais de TI e os outros departamentos é essencial para alcançar bons resultados.

5. Seven intelligent questions to ask your new boss

These questions are particularly appropriate for your first conversation.

Question	Why ask it?
1. What are the main priorities for the IT department right now?	Understand the department's goals.
2. How is the IT infrastructure currently organised?	Understand the technical environment.
3. What are the biggest challenges related to Active Directory?	Identify your main responsibilities.
4. Are there any ongoing projects involving identity management or cybersecurity?	Understand future projects.
5. What tools does the team use to manage user access and permissions?	Understand the technical resources.
6. How do the different IT teams communicate and collaborate?	Understand teamwork.
7. What would you consider a successful first three months in this position?	Understand your manager's expectations.

6. Prepare a short speech for your meeting

Here is an example of how you could connect your professional presentation with your knowledge of Bureau Veritas.

Suggested speech · B1–B2

Talking to My New Manager – Bureau Veritas

First of all, thank you for this opportunity. I am very happy to be part of Bureau Veritas.

I have been learning more about the company, its history and its activities. I understand that Bureau Veritas is an international company that works with testing, inspection and certification services.

I also understand that the company operates in different industries and countries, so IT infrastructure, information security and reliable systems are very important.

As a Senior Active Directory Analyst, I hope to contribute my experience in identity management, access control and IT infrastructure.

I would also like to understand more about the current IT environment, the team's priorities and the main challenges we are facing.

I believe that communication, teamwork and continuous improvement are essential for achieving good results.

I am looking forward to learning from the team, sharing my knowledge and contributing to the company's success.

7. Final preparation: what you should research before the meeting

I recommend spending a little time on these subjects:

• Understand the company's main services: Testing, Inspection and Certification.
• Learn about its main industries and business activities in Brazil.
• Understand its values: Trust, Responsibility, Openness and Ambition.
• Review the basics of Active Directory and identity management.
• Prepare three examples of technical problems you have solved in previous jobs.
• Prepare two examples of how you improved a process or helped a team.
• Think of three questions you would like to ask your new boss.

Official resources: Bureau Veritas – Who We Are · Company Values.

My most important advice: Don't try to impress your new boss by using complicated English or too much technical vocabulary. Focus on demonstrating three qualities:

1. Technical competence: You know your area and can solve problems.

2. Business understanding: You understand why IT security and infrastructure matter to the company.

3. Professional attitude: You are willing to learn, collaborate and take responsibility.

A Senior Analyst is not expected to know everything on the first day. Showing curiosity, confidence and good communication can make a very positive first impression.

Para criar uma apresentação própria em inglês como Senior Active Directory Analyst, o ideal é não decorar um texto inteiro. O aluno deve aprender a organizar suas ideias e construir frases com base na sua experiência profissional.

Vou apresentar um método passo a passo, com estruturas em inglês, exemplos traduzidos e exercícios para que ele consiga criar uma apresentação natural e profissional.

1. Comece agradecendo e cumprimentando

O objetivo é demonstrar educação, simpatia e confiança.

Expressões úteis:

Inglês	Português
Good morning, everyone!	Bom dia a todos!
First of all, thank you for welcoming me.	Antes de tudo, obrigado por me receberem.
It is a pleasure to be here.	É um prazer estar aqui.
I am happy to join the team.	Estou feliz por fazer parte da equipe.
I am excited about this new opportunity.	Estou animado com esta nova oportunidade.

Dica: combine duas ou três expressões, sem exagerar.

Exemplo:

"Good morning, everyone! First of all, thank you for welcoming me. I am very happy to join the team, and I am looking forward to working with all of you."

Tradução:

"Bom dia a todos! Antes de tudo, obrigado por me receberem. Estou muito feliz por fazer parte da equipe e estou ansioso para trabalhar com todos vocês."

2. Fale sobre sua experiência profissional

Aqui, o profissional deve explicar há quanto tempo trabalha na área e quais são suas principais experiências.

Estruturas para construir frases:

Estrutura em inglês	Tradução
I have been working in IT for...	Trabalho na área de TI há...
I have experience in...	Tenho experiência em...
My background is mainly in...	Minha experiência é principalmente em...
Throughout my career, I have worked with...	Ao longo da minha carreira, trabalhei com...
In my previous position, I was responsible for...	Na minha função anterior, eu era responsável por...

Exemplos:
- I have been working in IT for more than ten years.
Trabalho na área de TI há mais de dez anos.
- My background is mainly in IT infrastructure and identity management.
Minha experiência é principalmente em infraestrutura de TI e gerenciamento de identidades.
- In my previous position, I was responsible for managing user accounts and access permissions.
Na minha função anterior, eu era responsável pelo gerenciamento de contas de usuários e permissões de acesso.
Dica gramatical: use o Present Perfect para falar de experiências profissionais que começaram no passado e continuam relevantes no presente.

3. Explique suas habilidades técnicas

Nesta parte, o profissional deve mencionar as tecnologias, ferramentas e atividades que conhece.

Vocabulário importante:

Inglês	Português
Active Directory	Active Directory
User account management	Gerenciamento de contas de usuários
Access control	Controle de acesso
Identity management	Gerenciamento de identidades
Security groups	Grupos de segurança
PowerShell scripting	Scripts em PowerShell
Authentication services	Serviços de autenticação
IT infrastructure	Infraestrutura de TI
Troubleshooting	Diagnóstico e solução de problemas
Security policies	Políticas de segurança

Estruturas para criar frases:

- I have experience working with...

Tenho experiência trabalhando com...

- I am familiar with...

Tenho familiaridade com...

- I have strong knowledge of...

Tenho bons conhecimentos de...

- I specialize in...

Sou especializado em...

Exemplos:

- I have experience working with Microsoft Active Directory and PowerShell.

Tenho experiência trabalhando com Microsoft Active Directory e PowerShell.

- I am familiar with user account management and access control.

Tenho familiaridade com gerenciamento de contas de usuários e controle de acesso.

- I specialize in identity management and IT infrastructure.

Sou especializado em gerenciamento de identidades e infraestrutura de TI.

4. Fale sobre suas responsabilidades

Explique o que você faz ou fazia no trabalho.

Expressões úteis:

Inglês	Português
My main responsibilities include...	Minhas principais responsabilidades incluem...
I am responsible for...	Sou responsável por...
My daily tasks involve...	Minhas tarefas diárias envolvem...
I also work with...	Também trabalho com...
I help the team to...	Ajudo a equipe a...

Exemplos:

- My main responsibilities include managing user accounts and permissions.

Minhas principais responsabilidades incluem gerenciar contas de usuários e permissões.

- I am responsible for monitoring access and identifying security risks.

Sou responsável por monitorar acessos e identificar riscos de segurança.

- My daily tasks involve solving technical problems and supporting other IT teams.

Minhas tarefas diárias envolvem resolver problemas técnicos e dar suporte a outras equipes de TI.

5. Descreva suas características pessoais

O objetivo é mostrar como você trabalha e se relaciona com outras pessoas.

Vocabulário:

Inglês	Português
Responsible	Responsável
Organised	Organizado
Proactive	Proativo
Reliable	Confiável
Flexible	Flexível
Detail-oriented	Atento aos detalhes
Problem-solving	Capacidade de resolver problemas
Team player	Pessoa que sabe trabalhar em equipe
Self-motivated	Automotivado
Adaptable	Adaptável

Exemplos:

- I consider myself a responsible and organised professional.

Considero-me um profissional responsável e organizado.

- I am proactive and enjoy solving technical problems.

Sou proativo e gosto de resolver problemas técnicos.

- I work well under pressure and enjoy working with different teams.

Trabalho bem sob pressão e gosto de trabalhar com diferentes equipes.

6. Explique suas expectativas para o novo trabalho

Aqui, demonstre interesse em aprender, colaborar e contribuir para os objetivos da empresa.

Estruturas úteis:

Inglês	Português
I hope to contribute to...	Espero contribuir para...
I am looking forward to...	Estou ansioso para...
My goal is to...	Meu objetivo é...
I would like to improve...	Gostaria de melhorar...
I hope to learn more about...	Espero aprender mais sobre...
I am interested in taking part in...	Tenho interesse em participar de...

Exemplos:

- I hope to contribute to the improvement of the company's IT infrastructure.

Espero contribuir para a melhoria da infraestrutura de TI da empresa.

- I am looking forward to learning more about the company's systems and processes.

Estou ansioso para aprender mais sobre os sistemas e processos da empresa.

- My goal is to share my experience and help the team achieve better results.

Meu objetivo é compartilhar minha experiência e ajudar a equipe a alcançar melhores resultados.

7. Finalize sua apresentação

Termine demonstrando entusiasmo e disponibilidade para trabalhar com os colegas.

Inglês	Português
Thank you for your time.	Obrigado pelo tempo de vocês.
I look forward to working with you.	Estou ansioso para trabalhar com vocês.
I am happy to be part of this team.	Estou feliz por fazer parte desta equipe.
Please feel free to contact me if you need any help.	Fiquem à vontade para entrar em contato comigo se precisarem de ajuda.
I hope we can achieve great results together.	Espero que possamos alcançar ótimos resultados juntos.

Important grammar structures in the presentation

• Present Simple: I manage user accounts. (Responsabilidades atuais.)

• Present Perfect: I have worked with Active Directory for several years. (Experiência profissional.)

• Past Simple: I worked for an international company. (Experiência anterior.)

• Future with will: I will help improve the company's security. (Objetivos futuros.)

• Would like to: I would like to learn more about the company's infrastructure. (Expectativas.)

 

Version 1 – More Personal and Friendly

Introducing Myself – Senior Active Directory Analyst

Good morning, everyone!

First of all, thank you very much for making me feel welcome. I am very happy to be here and to become part of this team.

My name is [Name], and I have been working in IT for several years. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with different technologies, solve technical problems and support other professionals.

My main area of experience is Active Directory and IT infrastructure. I have worked with user accounts, access permissions, security groups and different authentication processes.

I really enjoy working in IT because every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn something new. I like finding solutions to problems, helping people and working together with other teams.

I would describe myself as a responsible, organised and helpful person. I also believe that communication and teamwork are very important, especially when we need to solve complex problems.

Outside my technical responsibilities, I enjoy learning about new technologies and improving my professional skills.

My goal here is to share my knowledge, learn from my colleagues and contribute to the team's success.

I am looking forward to getting to know everyone, understanding how the company works and taking part in new projects.

Thank you again for this opportunity. I am excited to start this new chapter with all of you!

Version 2 – More Technical and Professional

Introducing Myself – Senior Active Directory Analyst

Good morning, everyone!

Thank you for the warm welcome. My name is [Name], and I am joining the IT department as a Senior Active Directory Analyst.

I have experience in IT infrastructure, directory services and user access management. My main area of expertise is Microsoft Active Directory, which is an important tool for managing users, computers and security within a company.

In my previous roles, I was responsible for creating and managing user accounts, organising security groups, controlling access permissions and supporting authentication services.

I have also worked with security policies, account management and technical problems related to user access and system connections.

One of my main responsibilities is to help keep the company's IT environment secure, stable and well organised. This includes checking user permissions, identifying possible security risks and helping to solve infrastructure problems.

I understand that access management is very important because employees need the correct permissions to do their jobs, while company information must remain protected.

I also believe that good documentation, clear communication and cooperation between IT teams are essential for maintaining reliable systems.

In this new position, I hope to help improve existing processes, support daily IT operations and contribute to the development of the company's infrastructure.

I am also interested in learning more about the company's current environment, tools and security policies.

Thank you for the opportunity. I look forward to working with the team and contributing to our common goals!

 5 perguntas comuns que um Senior Active Directory Analyst pode fazer ao seu chefe durante o primeiro dia de trabalho, com respostas-modelo de aproximadamente 5 linhas, como se fossem respondidas pelo chefe.

1. What are my main responsibilities in this position?

Quais são minhas principais responsabilidades nesta função?

Possible answer (Manager):

Your main responsibility will be to manage and maintain our Active Directory environment. You will work with user accounts, security groups and access permissions. You will also help solve authentication and access problems. Another important task will be to support our security policies. We expect you to help improve our IT processes and daily operations.

2. What tools and systems does the IT team currently use?

Quais ferramentas e sistemas a equipe de TI utiliza atualmente?

Possible answer (Manager):

We mainly work with Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. We also use PowerShell to automate tasks and manage user accounts. Our team works with ticketing systems to organise technical requests. We have monitoring tools to check our infrastructure. You will have access to the main tools after completing the onboarding process.

3. What are the biggest challenges the IT department is facing right now?

Quais são os maiores desafios que o departamento de TI está enfrentando atualmente?

Possible answer (Manager):

One of our biggest challenges is improving access management across the company. We also need to review user permissions and strengthen our security policies. Another important goal is to automate repetitive tasks. Sometimes we have problems with authentication and account synchronisation. We hope your experience will help us improve these processes.

4. How does the team manage access requests and security incidents?

Como a equipe gerencia solicitações de acesso e incidentes de segurança?

Possible answer (Manager):

We use a ticketing system to receive and manage access requests. Each request must be approved by the responsible manager before we make changes. Security incidents are treated as a priority. We follow internal procedures to investigate and solve problems. We also document important actions to make sure everything is properly recorded.

5. What would you like me to achieve during my first three months?

O que você gostaria que eu alcançasse durante meus primeiros três meses?

Possible answer (Manager):

During your first month, we would like you to understand our infrastructure and internal processes. You should also meet the other members of the IT team. During the second month, you can start taking responsibility for daily activities and technical requests. By the third month, we expect you to identify possible improvements. We would also like you to share your ideas and recommendations.

Useful expressions for the employee

English expression	Tradução
Could you explain how the team works?	Você poderia explicar como a equipe trabalha?
I would like to understand the current process.	Gostaria de entender o processo atual.
Who should I contact in case of a problem?	Com quem devo entrar em contato em caso de problema?
What should I prioritise first?	O que devo priorizar primeiro?
Is there any documentation available?	Existe alguma documentação disponível?
How is performance usually evaluated?	Como o desempenho geralmente é avaliado?
Are there any ongoing projects?	Existem projetos em andamento?
I would be happy to share some suggestions.	Ficaria feliz em compartilhar algumas sugestões.

Atividade de conversação: o professor pode interpretar o chefe e o aluno o novo Senior Active Directory Analyst. Depois, inverta os papéis para que o aluno também pratique responder às perguntas do gestor.

First days at work

26. How do you feel about your first day at the company?

I feel excited and a little nervous because everything is new for me. However, I am happy to be here, and I am looking forward to getting to know everyone.

27. Is there anything you need help with during your first week?

I would appreciate some help understanding the company's systems and procedures. It would also be useful to have someone explain the daily routines and introduce me to the team.

28. What would you like your colleagues to know about you?

I would like them to know that I am friendly, responsible and always willing to learn. They can feel free to ask me questions or invite me to participate in team activities.

29. What can we do to help you feel comfortable in your new position?

I think regular communication and clear instructions would be very helpful. I would also appreciate opportunities to ask questions and receive feedback during my first few weeks.

30. Is there anything else you would like to share with the team?

I just want to say that I am very happy to join the company. I hope we can work well together, share knowledge and achieve great results as a team.

 Company benefits and employee advantages – Beneficios de la empresa

Estas 20 perguntas complementam a atividade de boas-vindas a um novo funcionário. O objetivo é praticar como perguntar sobre benefícios, remuneração, horários flexíveis, férias e oportunidades oferecidas pela empresa.

A. Health and well-being – Saúde e bem-estar

31. Does the company offer private health insurance?

Yes, the company offers private health insurance for all full-time employees. It also provides different medical services and access to a network of hospitals and clinics.

32. Does the company offer dental insurance?

Yes, employees can choose to have dental insurance as part of their benefits package. The company pays part of the monthly cost.

33. Does the company have any programmes to support employees' mental health?

Yes, the company offers psychological support and some activities to promote mental health. Employees can also participate in wellness programmes.

34. Does the company offer a gym membership or fitness benefits?

Yes, employees receive a monthly allowance to help pay for gym memberships or other physical activities. The company believes that physical exercise is important for a healthy lifestyle.

B. Financial benefits – Beneficios económicos

35. Does the company offer meal vouchers or food allowances?

Yes, the company provides meal vouchers every month. Employees can use them to buy food at supermarkets and restaurants.

36. Does the company offer transportation benefits?

Yes, the company offers transportation assistance to help employees pay for their daily commute. Employees can also discuss other transportation options with the HR department.

37. Are employees entitled to performance bonuses?

Yes, employees can receive performance bonuses depending on their results and the company's overall performance. The bonus is usually paid once a year.

38. Does the company offer a Christmas bonus or additional payments?

Yes, employees receive additional payments according to company policy and local employment laws. There may also be special financial rewards at the end of the year.

39. Does the company offer discounts on products or services?

Yes, employees receive special discounts on some company products and services. We also have partnerships with other businesses that offer discounts.

C. Work-life balance – Equilibrio entre vida personal y profesional

40. Does the company offer flexible working hours?

Yes, employees can choose their starting and finishing times within certain limits. However, they need to attend important meetings and complete their daily responsibilities.

41. Is remote work possible in this position?

Yes, the company offers a hybrid working system. Employees can work from home three days a week and come to the office twice a week.

42. How many vacation days do employees receive every year?

Employees receive paid vacation according to their employment contract and local labour laws. They can discuss their preferred vacation dates with their managers.

43. Does the company offer additional days off for special occasions?

Yes, the company offers some additional days off for special situations, such as birthdays and family events. These benefits depend on the company's internal policies.

44. Does the company offer parental leave?

Yes, the company offers maternity and paternity leave in accordance with local legislation. It also provides additional support for employees who have recently become parents.

D. Professional development – Desenvolvimento profissional

45. Does the company offer professional training courses?

Yes, employees have access to different training programmes. These courses help them improve their professional skills and learn about new technologies.

46. Does the company pay for language courses?

Yes, the company offers financial support for employees who want to study English or other languages. Language skills are important for international communication.

47. Are there opportunities for promotion within the company?

Yes, employees can apply for higher positions when opportunities become available. The company usually considers professional experience, performance and qualifications.

48. Does the company offer financial support for university studies?

Yes, the company has an educational programme that helps employees pay for university courses and professional qualifications related to their jobs.

49. Can employees participate in conferences and professional events?

Yes, employees can attend conferences, workshops and professional events. In some cases, the company pays for transportation, accommodation and registration fees.

50. Does the company have a mentoring programme for new employees?

Yes, every new employee can work with an experienced colleague during the first few months. This person helps them understand the company's culture, procedures and responsibilities.

10. Additional vocabulary – Benefícios corporativos

English	Português
Employee benefits	Benefícios para funcionários
Benefits package	Pacote de benefícios
Health insurance	Plano de saúde
Dental insurance	Plano odontológico
Meal vouchers	Vale-refeição
Food allowance	Vale-alimentação
Transportation allowance	Auxílio-transporte
Gym membership	Plano de academia
Performance bonus	Bônus por desempenho
Annual bonus	Bônus anual
Paid vacation	Férias remuneradas
Sick leave	Licença médica
Maternity leave	Licença-maternidade
Paternity leave	Licença-paternidade
Flexible working hours	Horário flexível
Remote work	Trabalho remoto
Hybrid work	Trabalho híbrido
Career development	Desenvolvimento profissional
Training programme	Programa de treinamento
Tuition assistance	Auxílio para estudos
Retirement plan	Plano de previdência
Childcare assistance	Auxílio-creche
Well-being programme	Programa de bem-estar
Salary increase	Aumento salarial
Paid overtime	Horas extras remuneradas

Sugestão de atividade de conversação: simule uma entrevista entre um novo funcionário e um representante do RH. O aluno deverá fazer perguntas sobre os benefícios da empresa, pedir esclarecimentos e demonstrar interesse.

Algumas expressões úteis para essa simulação:

• Could you tell me more about the benefits package?

• Is this benefit available to all employees?

• Are there any additional costs?

• How can I apply for this benefit?

• Is this included in my employment contract?

• Could you explain how the programme works?

• Are these benefits available from my first day?

Entrevista boas vindas

 

Introducing Myself – Senior Active Directory Analyst

Good morning, everyone!

First of all, I would like to thank you for welcoming me to the company. My name is [Name], and I am very happy to join the IT team as a Senior Active Directory Analyst.

I have professional experience in IT infrastructure, identity management and directory services. During my career, I have worked with Active Directory environments, user accounts, security groups, access permissions and authentication processes.

My main responsibilities include managing and maintaining Active Directory services, creating and managing user accounts, reviewing access permissions and helping to solve technical problems related to authentication and security.

I also have experience working with IT teams to improve security, protect company information and make sure that systems work correctly. I believe that security, organisation and good communication are very important in this area.

As a professional, I consider myself responsible, organised and proactive. I enjoy solving problems, learning new technologies and sharing knowledge with other professionals.

In my new position, I hope to contribute my technical experience, support the team and help improve the company's IT infrastructure and security processes.

I am also looking forward to learning more about the company's systems, meeting my new colleagues and understanding the main challenges of the IT department.

I believe that teamwork and communication are essential for achieving good results. I am always open to new ideas, suggestions and opportunities to improve my skills.

Thank you for your time. I am excited about this new opportunity, and I look forward to working with all of you!

Questions from the Manager – Employee Benefits (Nivel B1)

Perguntas feitas pelo chefe ou gerente para descobrir o que o novo funcionário pensa sobre os benefícios oferecidos pela empresa. Cada pergunta inclui uma resposta completa de exemplo em inglês.

1. General opinions about benefits

1. What do you think about the benefits package we offer?

I think it is very attractive because it includes several important benefits. I especially appreciate the health insurance and meal vouchers.

2. Which company benefit do you consider the most important?

I consider health insurance the most important benefit because it helps employees take care of their health and feel more secure.

3. Are you satisfied with the benefits we currently offer?

Yes, I am quite satisfied. I think the company offers good benefits, and they can make a big difference in employees' quality of life.

4. Do you think our benefits are competitive compared to other companies?

Yes, I believe they are competitive. Many companies offer similar benefits, but I think having several options makes this company attractive.

5. Is there any benefit that you find particularly useful?

Yes, I find the transportation allowance very useful because I need to travel to the office every day. It helps me reduce my monthly expenses.

2. Health and well-being

6. How important is private health insurance to you?

It is extremely important because private medical services can be expensive. Having health insurance gives me more security and makes it easier to visit doctors.

7. Would you be interested in participating in our wellness programmes?

Yes, definitely. I enjoy physical activities, and I think wellness programmes can help employees improve their health and reduce stress.

8. Do you think dental insurance is an important benefit?

Yes, I do. Dental treatments can be expensive, so having dental insurance is a good way to save money and maintain good oral health.

9. Would you use a company benefit that supports mental health?

Yes, I would. I think mental health is just as important as physical health, especially when people have stressful jobs.

3. Financial benefits

10. Do you think our meal vouchers are enough to cover your daily food expenses?

I think they are helpful, but perhaps the company could increase the monthly amount in the future. Food prices have increased a lot recently.

11. How important is transportation assistance for you?

It is very important because transportation is one of my main monthly expenses. This benefit helps me save money.

12. Would you prefer a higher salary or additional company benefits?

I would probably prefer a higher salary, but I also understand the importance of additional benefits. Ideally, I would like to have both.

13. Do you think performance bonuses are a good way to motivate employees?

Yes, I think they are a good way to motivate people because employees feel that their hard work is recognised and rewarded.

14. What other financial benefits would you like the company to offer?

I would appreciate a yearly bonus or financial support for professional courses. These benefits could help employees save money and develop their careers.

4. Work-life balance

15. How important is flexible working time to you?

It is very important because it helps me organise my personal and professional responsibilities. I believe flexible schedules can also improve productivity.

16. Would you prefer working from home or in the office?

I prefer a hybrid system because I enjoy meeting my colleagues at the office, but working from home saves time and gives me more flexibility.

17. Do you think additional vacation days would improve employee satisfaction?

Yes, I think so. People need time to rest, travel and spend time with their families. More vacation days could improve motivation.

18. How would you benefit from having a better work-life balance?

I would have more time for my family, hobbies and physical activities. I believe I would also feel more motivated and productive at work.

5. Suggestions and improvements

19. Is there any benefit that you think we should improve?

I think the company could improve its educational support programme. For example, it could offer more financial assistance for university courses and language classes.

20. If you could introduce one new benefit, what would it be?

I would introduce a monthly allowance for physical activities, such as gym memberships, swimming lessons or sports classes.

21. What kind of benefits would make you feel more motivated at work?

I would feel more motivated if the company offered professional development opportunities, performance bonuses and flexible working hours.

22. Do you think employees should have a say in choosing company benefits?

Yes, absolutely. Employees have different needs, so I think it would be a good idea to ask them which benefits they prefer.

23. Would you be interested in receiving a monthly allowance instead of some traditional benefits?

Yes, I would be interested because it would give me more freedom to decide how to spend the money according to my needs.

24. What could the company do to make employees feel more valued?

The company could recognise employees' achievements, offer opportunities for professional growth and listen to their suggestions. Small actions can make a big difference.

25. Overall, how would you evaluate our benefits programme?

Overall, I would give it a very positive evaluation. The company offers several useful benefits, and I appreciate the effort to support employees' personal and professional lives.

6. Useful expressions for giving opinions

English	Português
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
I strongly believe that...	Acredito firmemente que...
I really appreciate...	Eu realmente valorizo...
I would prefer...	Eu preferiria...
I would rather have...	Eu preferiria ter...
I find it very useful.	Considero isso muito útil.
It makes a big difference.	Faz uma grande diferença.
It helps me save money.	Ajuda-me a economizar dinheiro.
It improves my quality of life.	Melhora minha qualidade de vida.
I would suggest introducing...	Eu sugeriria implementar...
It could be improved.	Poderia ser melhorado.
It meets my expectations.	Atende às minhas expectativas.
It is worth considering.	Vale a pena considerar.
I would definitely benefit from it.	Certamente me beneficiaria disso.
It would make employees feel valued.	Faria os funcionários se sentirem valorizados.

Sugestão para a conversação: peça ao aluno para responder às perguntas como se estivesse numa reunião individual com o chefe (one-to-one meeting). Incentive-o a justificar suas opiniões, comparar benefícios e apresentar pelo menos três sugestões de melhorias.

Conversation: Profissões e mundo do trabalho

 

Vocabulário: Profissões e mundo do trabalho

English – Portuguese

Nível B1

1. Vocabulário – Profissões e carreira

Inglês	Português
1. Profession	Profissão
2. Job	Emprego / trabalho
3. Salary	Salário
4. Experience	Experiência
5. Training	Formação / treinamento
6. Job interview	Entrevista de emprego
7. Résumé / CV	Currículo
8. Company	Empresa
9. Boss	Chefe
10. Coworker	Colega de trabalho
11. Skills	Habilidades
12. Responsibility	Responsabilidade
13. Unemployment	Desemprego
14. Opportunity	Oportunidade
15. Promotion	Promoção
16. Working hours	Jornada de trabalho
17. Work environment	Ambiente de trabalho
18. Financial stability	Estabilidade financeira
19. Retirement	Aposentadoria
20. Professional development	Desenvolvimento profissional

2. Frases de exemplo

1. It is important to have professional experience to get a good job.
É importante ter experiência profissional para conseguir um bom emprego.

2. Many people look for a job that offers financial stability.
Muitas pessoas procuram um trabalho que ofereça estabilidade financeira.

3. My boss offered me an opportunity to develop new skills.
Meu chefe me ofereceu uma oportunidade para desenvolver novas habilidades.

4. A good work environment can increase employees' motivation.
Um bom ambiente de trabalho pode aumentar a motivação dos funcionários.

5. In the future, I would like to get a promotion and earn a better salary.
No futuro, eu gostaria de conseguir uma promoção e ganhar um salário melhor.

3. Expressões úteis para conversar

Inglês	Português
1. To look for a job	Procurar emprego
2. To earn a good salary	Ganhar um bom salário
3. To have professional experience	Ter experiência profissional
4. To be self-employed	Trabalhar por conta própria
5. To get a promotion	Conseguir uma promoção
6. To be satisfied with your job	Estar satisfeito com seu trabalho
7. To develop new skills	Desenvolver novas habilidades
8. To apply for a job	Candidatar-se a uma vaga
9. To get fired	Ser demitido
10. To quit a job	Pedir demissão
11. To work overtime	Fazer horas extras
12. To meet a deadline	Cumprir um prazo
13. To work under pressure	Trabalhar sob pressão
14. To gain experience	Adquirir experiência
15. To make a living	Ganhar a vida

4. Expressões para dar opiniões e argumentar

Inglês	Português
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
From my point of view...	Do meu ponto de vista...
I believe that...	Eu acredito que...
I think that...	Eu acho que...
I agree because...	Eu concordo porque...
I disagree because...	Eu discordo porque...
I consider that...	Eu considero que...
On the one hand...	Por um lado...
On the other hand...	Por outro lado...
It depends on the situation.	Depende da situação.
I would rather...	Eu preferiria...
If I had the opportunity...	Se eu tivesse a oportunidade...
In the future, I would like to...	No futuro, eu gostaria de...
As far as I am concerned...	No que me diz respeito...
The main advantage is...	A principal vantagem é...

5. Vocabulário adicional – Mercado de trabalho

Inglês	Português
Employer	Empregador
Employee	Funcionário
Workforce	Força de trabalho
Workplace	Local de trabalho
Career	Carreira
Career path	Trajetória profissional
Job security	Segurança no emprego
Workload	Carga de trabalho
Leadership	Liderança
Teamwork	Trabalho em equipe
Entrepreneurship	Empreendedorismo
Remote work	Trabalho remoto
Freelance work	Trabalho como freelancer
Job vacancy	Vaga de emprego
Recruitment	Recrutamento
Hiring process	Processo de contratação
Working conditions	Condições de trabalho
Professional goals	Objetivos profissionais
Work-life balance	Equilíbrio entre vida pessoal e profissional
Job satisfaction	Satisfação profissional

Sugestão didática: o aluno pode utilizar esse material para responder às 50 perguntas de conversação anteriores, procurando incorporar pelo menos cinco palavras novas e três expressões em cada resposta.

50 Conversation Questions – Professions and the World of Work

1. Unusual Work Experiences

1. If you could spend one day doing someone else's job, whose job would you choose?

2. What is the strangest job you have ever heard about?

3. Would you work in a zoo, on a farm or on a cruise ship? Why?

4. What job would be completely different from your personality?

5. Have you ever met someone who really loves their job? What makes them special?

6. Would you prefer a job where you travel every month or a job where you work from home?

7. What is something people usually don't understand about your profession?

8. If your job had a funny name, what would it be?

9. Would you accept a job that required you to live in another country for five years?

10. What job would you like to try just for the experience, even without getting paid?

2. Problems and Difficult Decisions at Work

11. What would you do if your best friend became your boss?

12. How would you react if a younger colleague became your manager?

13. Would you tell your boss if you noticed a serious mistake made by a coworker?

14. What would you do if you had too much work and not enough time?

15. Would you accept a promotion if it meant spending less time with your family?

16. What would you do if you discovered that a colleague was earning much more money than you?

17. Would you prefer a difficult job with a great team or an easy job with difficult colleagues?

18. How would you deal with a customer who was extremely rude?

19. Would you leave a company if you disagreed with its values?

20. What would you do if you made a very expensive mistake at work?

3. Technology and Unexpected Changes

21. If artificial intelligence could do your job, what would you do next?

22. Would you trust a robot to interview you for a job?

23. What everyday tasks at work do you think will disappear in the next ten years?

24. Would you prefer to work with humans or intelligent robots?

25. If you could invent an app to make people's professional lives easier, what would it do?

26. Do you think people will have more free time because of technology?

27. Would you accept a job where artificial intelligence evaluated your performance every day?

28. What profession do you think will be completely different in 2050?

29. Could social media help someone build a successful career? How?

30. Would you like to work only four days a week, even if you earned a little less?

4. Money, Happiness and Personal Values

31. Would you prefer to earn a lot of money doing something boring or earn less doing something exciting?

32. Can a person be successful without having a prestigious profession?

33. Do you think people sometimes work too much because they want to impress others?

34. Would you accept a job that paid very well but made you unhappy?

35. What is more important: having free time or having professional success?

36. Do you think people should retire earlier and enjoy life more?

37. Is it possible to become too ambitious in your professional life?

38. Would you prefer to be famous in your profession or financially independent?

39. What would make you feel proud of your professional life?

40. Do you think people define themselves too much by their jobs?

5. Creative and Hypothetical Situations

41. If you had to start a completely new career tomorrow, what would you choose?

42. If you could create your own company, what products or services would you offer?

43. Imagine you are the director of a company. What three rules would you introduce?

44. If you could eliminate one problem from the professional world, what would it be?

45. If schools prepared students for the jobs of the future, what subjects should they teach?

46. Imagine you have enough money to stop working. How would you spend your time?

47. If you could exchange professions with a famous person for one week, who would you choose?

48. What would happen if nobody wanted to work in hospitals, schools or public transport?

49. If you could design the perfect working day, what time would you start and finish?

50. Imagine that you could send one message to your younger self about professional life. What would you say?

Extra speaking challenge

Para tornar a aula mais interessante, peça ao aluno que desenvolva suas respostas seguindo esta estrutura:

1. Opinion: Give your opinion.

2. Explanation: Explain why you think that.

3. Example: Give a real or imaginary example.

4. Conclusion: Summarize your ideas.

Example:

Would you accept a job that paid very well but made you unhappy?

"I don't think I would accept it because happiness is very important to me. Money can improve our quality of life, but stress can affect our health and relationships. For example, some people earn a lot of money but have no time for their families. In my opinion, finding a balance is more important than earning a huge salary."

English B1

Speaking practice

1. Professions and Career Choices

1. What is your profession, and why did you choose it?

2. What did you want to be when you were a child?

3. Do you think it is important to enjoy your job? Why?

4. What are the most important professions in society?

5. Which profession do you think is the most difficult?

6. What skills does a person need to have a successful career?

7. Do you think everyone should go to university?

8. Is it better to choose a job because of money or personal interest?

9. What profession would you never choose? Why?

10. Would you like to change your career in the future?

2. Work Experience and Workplace

11. What was your first job?

12. What did you learn from your first work experience?

13. Do you prefer working alone or in a team?

14. What is your ideal working environment?

15. What qualities should a good boss have?

16. What makes someone a good coworker?

17. What is more important: a good salary or a good working environment?

18. Would you rather work from home or in an office?

19. What problems can people have at work?

20. Is it important to have a good relationship with your coworkers?

3. Salaries and Working Conditions

21. Do you think people receive fair salaries for their work?

22. Which professions should earn more money?

23. How many hours a day should people work?

24. Do you think working longer hours means being more productive?

25. What benefits should a good company offer its employees?

26. Why are paid holidays important?

27. Would you accept a low-paying job if you really enjoyed it?

28. What do you think about people who work on weekends?

29. Is money the most important factor when choosing a job?

30. What would you do if your boss didn't appreciate your work?

4. The Future of Work and Technology

31. Which professions will offer more opportunities in the future?

32. How is technology changing the world of work?

33. Do you think artificial intelligence will replace many jobs?

34. What skills will people need to get a good job in the future?

35. Is learning foreign languages important for professional success?

36. Would you like to work in another country? Why?

37. Do you think online courses can replace traditional universities?

38. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working as a freelancer?

39. How do you imagine the job market in twenty years?

40. Do you think robots will replace teachers and doctors?

5. Personal Opinions and Hypothetical Situations

41. If you could choose any profession, what would you choose?

42. If you became very rich, would you continue working?

43. What would you do if you lost your job tomorrow?

44. Would you move to another city to get a better salary?

45. Would you prefer to have a stable job or start your own business?

46. What advice would you give someone looking for their first job?

47. Is it possible to have a successful career and a good personal life at the same time?

48. What is more important for professional success: talent, hard work or luck?

49. What would you change about the education system to prepare young people for the job market?

50. What is your dream job, and what would you need to achieve it?

Useful expressions for answering the questions

English	Portuguese
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
I believe that...	Eu acredito que...
From my point of view...	Do meu ponto de vista...
I would rather...	Eu preferiria...
I agree because...	Concordo porque...
I disagree because...	Discordo porque...
One of the main advantages is...	Uma das principais vantagens é...
One of the biggest problems is...	Um dos maiores problemas é...
In my experience...	Na minha experiência...
If I had the opportunity...	Se eu tivesse a oportunidade...
In the future, I would like to...	No futuro, eu gostaria de...
It depends on the situation.	Depende da situação.

Classroom activity: Ask the student to answer each question using at least 3 sentences. Encourage them to use the Present Simple, Past Simple, Future with will/going to and conditional structures with would.