Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Charles Jackson Kirkconnell

Charles Jackson Kirkconnell

Cardiff

Summary

Driven and adaptable individual with a diverse background spanning elite-level football, international representation, and professional internships in finance and blockchain sectors. Originally from the Cayman Islands, I relocated to the UK at age 14 to pursue a professional football career, joining a development programme affiliated with Ipswich Town Football Club. My leadership potential was recognized early, as I captained the Cayman Islands National Team at U15 level and went on to represent the senior national team in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers at age 17.

Alongside my sporting commitments, I have accumulated practical experience through internships with Barclays in London and a blockchain company in the Cayman Islands, strengthening my exposure to global financial systems and emerging technologies. Additionally, my early experience as a football coach helped develop strong communication, planning, and mentoring skills while working with young children aged 5–8.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Blockchain Company
George Town, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
07.2024 - 08.2024

Football player

Cayman Islands Football Association
George Town, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
06.2020 - 03.2021

Achieved milestone of being one of the youngest players in Cayman Islands history to represent the Cayman Islands in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, aged 17, featuring against Suriname and being named on the bench against Canada.

Intern

Barclays
London, City of London
05.2019 - 05.2019

Football coach

Academy Sports Club
George Town, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
08.2017 - 08.2018

Conducted weekly training sessions for children aged 5-8 on Saturday mornings

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff
09.2024 -

A-Levels - Business Management

Brooke House College
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
09.2020 - 06.2022

A-Levels - Physical Education

Brooke House College
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
09.2020 - 06.2022

A-Levels - Psychology

Brooke House College
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs - English Literature

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - English Language

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Mathematics

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
08.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Food Technology

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Business Management

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Double Science

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2019 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Physical Education

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
06.2018 - 08.2020

GCSEs - Spanish

St Josephs College
Ipswich, Suffolk
06.2018 - 08.2020

Skills

  • Social networking
  • Public speaking confidence
  • Initiative taking
  • Cultural awareness
  • Decision making
  • Resilient mentality
  • Leadership
  • Focusing on objectives
  • Sportsmanship

Languages

Spanish
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Socialising

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2024 -

Intern

Blockchain Company
07.2024 - 08.2024

A-Levels - Business Management

Brooke House College
09.2020 - 06.2022

A-Levels - Physical Education

Brooke House College
09.2020 - 06.2022

A-Levels - Psychology

Brooke House College
09.2020 - 06.2022

Football player

Cayman Islands Football Association
06.2020 - 03.2021

GCSEs - Double Science

St Josephs College
09.2019 - 06.2020

Intern

Barclays
05.2019 - 05.2019

GCSEs - English Literature

St Josephs College
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - English Language

St Josephs College
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Food Technology

St Josephs College
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Business Management

St Josephs College
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Mathematics

St Josephs College
08.2018 - 06.2020

GCSEs - Physical Education

St Josephs College
06.2018 - 08.2020

GCSEs - Spanish

St Josephs College
06.2018 - 08.2020

Football coach

Academy Sports Club
08.2017 - 08.2018
Charles Jackson Kirkconnell