Alexander Penny
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Treasurer
Oxford University Fencing Club
2025.04 - 2025.11
- Manages accounts and budgeting of the club, with annual turnover of ~£45,000. Constant communication and close cooperation with other committee members.
- Holds executive decision-making capability in all decisions involving financial matters.
- Notable activities include liaison with University Financial Officers to secure multiple grants and other sources of funding. Co-operated closely with Philanthropic Officers to acquire funding for and to establish a large endowment fund for the club. Organised and managed the import of equipment from international suppliers, requiring communications with shipping companies and ports as well as the submission of commodity codes and referral accounts.
Maintenance Team
Sullivan Upper School
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Worked both independently and within the maintenance team in facility upkeep. Performed a variety of time-sensitive tasks to a high standard. Included groundskeeping, porterage, light repairs and health and safety checks (legionella).
Education
Integrated Masters in Materials Science (MEng) - Engineering
University of Oxford
2023.09 - 2027.07
A-Levels - Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths
Sullivan Upper School
2021.09 - 2023.04
Skills
- Experience programming in MATLAB, Python and Mathematica
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
- Strong Communication and Collaboration skills
- Logistical Management
- Problem Solving
- Grant Acquisition
- Health and Safety Compliance
Timeline
Treasurer
Oxford University Fencing Club
2025.04 - 2025.11
Integrated Masters in Materials Science (MEng) - Engineering
University of Oxford
2023.09 - 2027.07
Maintenance Team
Sullivan Upper School
2023.06 - 2023.09
A-Levels - Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths
Sullivan Upper School
2021.09 - 2023.04