ANDREAS ZAIMIS
Manchester
Summary
Passionate economics student driven to gain practical experience, with a knack for effective communication and analytical prowess. Proven capabilities honed through impactful internships at EFG and BNP Paribas Fortis, demonstrating adept problem-solving in collaborative settings. Excited to apply academic rigor, practical skills, and diverse perspectives to thrive in the dynamic domains of economics and finance. Recognized for handling challenging tasks with finesse and a determined, hands-on approach to learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Summer Intern
BNP Paribas Fortis
Brussels
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Onboarded onto the ‘sourcing solutions’ team and became part of an ongoing project for a full month
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Excel, contributing to the success of a month-long project within the 'sourcing solutions' team.
- Regular team meetings and one-on-one sessions provided rich insight into the culture and day-to-day experiences of working in a bank.
- Presented project outcomes and findings to representatives of the BNP Paribas offices from Paris, providing me with a chance to showcase as well as develop effective communication and presentation skills.
Summer Intern
EFG
London
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed a nuanced understanding of bank culture and operations, providing invaluable insights into the intricacies of the financial sector.
- Gained insight into the banks’ various operations and activities through shadowing employees from different departments, such as portfolio managers, fund analysts, and financial analysts which allowed me to identify potential areas of interest in investment banking.
- Participated in meetings with high-profile representatives of other banks, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of industry dynamics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
The University of Manchester
Manchester07.2024
International Baccalaureate -
The British School of Brussels
Brussels06.2021
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 software (Word, PowerPoint, excel etc)
- Effective Multitasking
- Data Analysis
- Writing Skills
- Project Support
- Team Collaboration
Languages
- English, Fluent speaker
- Greek, Native speaker
- French, Advanced, DELF Certificate in the French Language at Levels A1, A2, B1, B2
- Spanish, Intermediate, GCSE Spanish at Grade 8, IB Standard Level 7
Sports Background
- Ages 12 - 18 in school football team - competed in several tournaments including a school football tournament in Paris (2018) and the SCIS tournament in Geneva (2018)
- Ages 12 - 19 years of tennis until age 19 - competed in small tournaments organized by my coach.
- Ages 13 - 16 in schools cross country team - ran in several races including tournaments such as SCIS in 2017
Timeline
Summer Intern
BNP Paribas Fortis
06.2023 - 07.2023
Summer Intern
EFG
06.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
The University of Manchester
International Baccalaureate -
The British School of Brussels
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