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Charlie Aston

Blaisdon,Gloucestershire

Summary

Mathematics and Finance graduate with strong analytical and numerical skills, seeking to launch a career in finance. Detail-oriented with a solid understanding of technology and logical reasoning. Quick learner capable of adapting to challenges and optimizing processes. Committed to delivering high-quality service and achieving consistent results in a collaborative team environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Flower Harvest & Production Assistant

H&R Hudson / The Real Flower Petal Confetti Company
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated effectively with a diverse team (15 people ages 17-70), maintaining positive morale during physically demanding work over long days and in all weather conditions.
  • Coordinated between harvesting and production teams to manage workflow and adapt to changing conditions.
  • Identified and implemented workflow changes to reduce waste and improve production-line efficiency.
  • Reconciled stock to track age and quality.
  • Liaised with the public and Field Manager to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Operated heavy machinery unsupervised.
  • Entrusted with keyholder duties and end-of-day site lock-up.
  • Proactively arrived early and stayed late when needed to manage stock levels and keep production on schedule.
  • Ensured flowers were prepared to consistent quality standards while meeting fluctuating customer demand during busy periods.
  • Worked effectively under pressure to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Managed schedule changes swiftly, minimising disruption to production timeline.
  • Dealt with customer queries for an elevated level of service.

Labourer

Aston & Co UK Ltd
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Involved in the preparation and demolition of two single-story buildings.
  • As a team constructed a carport, annex and three home offices applying practical problem-solving skills throughout the projects to ensure an efficient process.
  • Showed punctuality and reliability, never missed a day of work.
  • Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills whilst carrying out manual tasks.
  • Continually upheld high standards of workmanship within set deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics with Finance

University of Sussex
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
09.2021 - 09.2024

A-Levels - Maths, Further Maths, Physical Education (PE)

Dene Magna Sixth Form
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.2019 - 09.2021

Skills

  • Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Familiar with accounting software XERO
  • Computer literacy
  • Familiar with Python
  • Familiar with MATLAB
  • Analytical skills
  • Numerical skills
  • Logical Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Expedition navigating the Karnali River in Nepal (2023) successfully as part of a team through white-water rafting
  • Elected Captain of House Sports (2019)
  • Selected to run a county-wide Special Olympics event (2018) for those with physical mobility issues

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Flower Harvest & Production Assistant

H&R Hudson / The Real Flower Petal Confetti Company
06.2023 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics with Finance

University of Sussex
09.2021 - 09.2024

Labourer

Aston & Co UK Ltd
05.2021 - 09.2021

A-Levels - Maths, Further Maths, Physical Education (PE)

Dene Magna Sixth Form
09.2019 - 09.2021

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