Ben Yates
Southampton,UK
Summary
Skilled professional specializing in Human Geography and Economic Geography, with a strong background in quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Proven abilities in project planning, time management, and leadership, complemented by experience in public speaking and environmental fieldwork. Expertise in interview data collection and academic research, with proficiency in analytical report writing and Excel. Dedicated to utilizing skills for impactful environmental projects while pursuing continuous career advancement. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Work Experience
BDO
Southampton
- 2025.09
- Assisted with tasks such as reviewing financial documents, basic data entry and preparing working papers under supervision
- Observed client meetings gaining insight into audit procedures and professional accounting practices
- Developed an understanding of professional standards, confidentiality and accuracy in final reporting
- Strengthened transferable skills such as attention to detail, teamwork and time-management within a fast-paced office environment
Work with maintenance and cleaning team
St Swithuns School
Winchester
2023.06 - 2025.09
- This work effectively helped me further develop my problem-solving skills assisting with maintenance requests and logistical tasks around the school grounds
- Development of my teamwork skills, coordinating with colleagues to complete tasks to a strict timeframe
- Developed reliability, professionalism and flexibility in a role requiring physical effort and consistent standards.
The Young International Development Expert Programme
AmbitionX
- 2023.02
- Completed an out-of-school education module focused on international development, sustainability and global challenges
- Developed skills in critical analysis, research and report writing through structured projects and case studies
- Researched and presented solutions to issues such as poverty, inequality and climate change from an economic and social perspective
- Collaborated with peers on team-based assignments, enhancing problem solving, communication and cross-cultural awareness
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Geography
University of Manchester
Manchester, UK 2023.09 - 2026.06
Economics (A), Geography (A), PE (B)
Barton Peveril
Eastleigh 2021.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- GIS (Geographic information systems) mapping and spatial analysis
- Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Data interpretation and problem solving
- Project planning and time management
- Public speaking
- Environmental fieldwork and survey data collection
- Academic research and analytical report writing
- Knowledge of Excel
- Full driving license
- Communication skills
- Leadership
Affiliations
- Sports and physical activity - including football, padel and gym training.
- Travel and cultural exploration
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Geography
University of Manchester
2023.09 - 2026.06
Work with maintenance and cleaning team
St Swithuns School
2023.06 - 2025.09
Economics (A), Geography (A), PE (B)
Barton Peveril
2021.09 - 2023.06
Work Experience
BDO
- 2025.09
The Young International Development Expert Programme
AmbitionX
- 2023.02