Brandon Yuen
Bury
Summary
I am a dedicated, organized and hardworking aerospace engineering student with a strong foundation in teamwork and project coordination. Finance Assistant with experience in managing high-volume student communications and maintaining accurate financial records at Salford University. Demonstrated expertise in HVAC design during placements at Desco, contributing to major projects like Manchester Airport Terminal 3. Skilled in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and project management, with a strong foundation in teamwork and communication. Previous roles include Registration Assistant and Accountant, showcasing organizational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
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7
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Assistant
Salford University
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Utilised Banner, Flywire, and Unit 4 to cross-reference and maintain accurate student finance records.
- Investigated and resolved finance anomalies, ensuring system accuracy and integrity.
- Managed high-volume student emails regarding tuition fees, ensuring timely responses for domestic and overseas students.
Registration Assistant
Salford University
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with team to deliver welcoming, student-oriented service, guiding domestic and international students through registration process and tuition fee plan setup.
- Supported international students, facilitating clear communication and understanding despite language differences.
- Resolved minor technical issues promptly, ensuring seamless registration experience for students.
Mechanical building services design
Desco
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Calculated optimal heating and cooling airflows for HVAC and ventilation design on Manchester Airport Terminal 3 project, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
- Researched and sourced specialised heating and cooling equipment by aligning project needs with supplier offerings, facilitating effective equipment selection.
- Completed detailed technical tasks including calculating pipe sizes, drafting and reviewing project schematics, using CAD.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary design teams to establish and refine layout designs, enhancing project alignment and integration.
Mechanical building services design
Desco
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Drafted mechanical schematics for air ducts and water pipe networks in a hospital, ensuring compliance with design specifications.
- Calculated fluid pressures and flow rates for air and water systems, enabling accurate sizing of pipes for optimal performance.
- Completed engineering placement in HVAC design, gaining practical experience under mentorship of company director.
Volunteering as a Chinese teacher assistant
Chinese Christian Church
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Volunteered as a weekend teacher at a local Chinese school, helping to organise lessons and teach younger students.
- Deminstated and developed stong communication, organisational and leadership skills by helping the younger students understand harder language concepts.
Accountant
Mason, Marble and Granite
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Shadowed and supported the company accountant at Mason, Marble and Granite, gaining an insight into corporate financial administration.
- Managed and updated financial spreadsheets by accurately inputting data and cross-referencing invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Organising supplier invoices by carefully matching supplier invoices with the internal purchase records.
Work Shadow
Peter Martin Consultancy Service
06.2018
- Shadowed health and safety consultant Peter Martin during a professional work sampling day, gaining insight into workplace saftey protocols.
- Observed risk assessment processes and safety evaluations across different work environments. Learning how these processes and evaluations are applied.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - aerospace engineering
University of Swansea
2023 - Current
A levels - Design Technology(B), Maths(B), Physics(D)
Bolton School Boys’ Division
Bolton 2021 - 2023
GCSE - 11 GCSEs (including Mathematics (7) and English Language (7))
Bolton School Boys’ Division
Bolton06-2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Organisational skills
- Time management
- Responsibility
- Project management
- Customer service
- AutoCAD
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Attention to Detail
Extracurricular Activities
- Charity Event Coordinator (Volleyball Club/Swansea University)(28th November 2025), Initiated and organized a large-scale charity fundraiser in memory of a society member, raising over £1,000 for the Meningitis Research Foundation. Secured corporate sponsorships (Krispy Kreme, Thatchers) and coordinated cross-university participation with Cardiff University.
- Volleyball Committee Member (Vice President from 2026-Present). Oversee society operations, coordinate team strategies, and support executive planning to ensure continued growth and engagement.
- Volleyball Committee Member (Secretary from 2025-2026), managed official society communications, administrative operations, and membership records to ensure smooth daily functioning.
- Royal Air Force Air Cadets, 2017-09-01, 2024-04-30, I was a corporal and commanded and mentored younger cadets, taking responsibility for their operational training, discipline, and progression.
- School Prefect, 2022-05-01, 2023-06-30. Acted as a senior student leader, guiding younger pupils and enforcing school standards to maintain a positive community environment.
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Upper Intermediate
B2
Interests
- Active member of the aerospace engineering society
- Playing the violin and flute (Grade 6)
- Home baker experimenting with different types of breads
Timeline
Finance Assistant
Salford University
06.2025 - 09.2025
Registration Assistant
Salford University
01.2025 - 01.2025
Mechanical building services design
Desco
11.2024 - 12.2024
Mechanical building services design
Desco
07.2024 - 08.2024
Accountant
Mason, Marble and Granite
06.2021 - 07.2021
Volunteering as a Chinese teacher assistant
Chinese Christian Church
10.2020 - 07.2022
Work Shadow
Peter Martin Consultancy Service
06.2018
A levels - Design Technology(B), Maths(B), Physics(D)
Bolton School Boys’ Division
2021 - 2023
Bachelor’s Degree - aerospace engineering
University of Swansea
2023 - Current
GCSE - 11 GCSEs (including Mathematics (7) and English Language (7))
Bolton School Boys’ Division