Charlie Clark
Bedford,Bedfordshire
Summary
I am an enthusiastic, detail-oriented and driven Politics and Sociology graduate with an Honours degree from Oxford Brookes University. I am seeking a challenging Graduate position in a dynamic organisation to utilise my problem solving and communication skills while increasing my knowledge to help drive business success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Landscape Gardener
Court Lane Landscape
Stevington, Bedford
02.2020 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties including grass cutting and watering, optimising maintenance and visual appeal.
- leading a team to a team to complete all tasks in individual gardens to meet the customers wishes. Organisation, time management and communication were all key to the success of the business on a day-to-day basis.
- Lead a team to deliver top quality service to encourage customer referrals.
- Collaborated with clients to assess landscaping requirements, implementing creative briefs to meet them.
- Personally responsible for maintenance of mechanical equipment ensuring efficiency and safety are optimised.
Campaign Assistant
Liberal Democrat Party
Bedford, Beds
08.2017 - 12.2023
- Completed analysis of quantitative and qualitative data to drive the campaign and future initiatives.
- Using data from previous elections I developed formulas and process changes to better aid the campaign team.
- Communicated results of my analysis to the Mayor and other stakeholders using clear communication.
Trainee Landscaper
Chris Ashworth Landscaping
Bedford, Beds
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Operated landscaping equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Maintenance of Bedford Blues Rugby Club and pitch during the Summer holidays in preparation for the rugby season.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Politics and Sociology
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, Oxfordshire 07.2018 - 06.2021
A-Levels - Politics, History and Latin
Bedford Modern School
Bedford 09.2016 - 06.2018
GCSEs - Including Maths, English
Bedford Modern School
Bedford 09.2016 - 06.2018
Skills
- Data Analysis, developed new techniques to evaluate election result data to highlight key campaign areas
- Data Validation, proficient in SPSS analysis after examining correlation between different drinking habits and societies
- Problem Solving, as a volunteer at Bedford and District Cerebral Palsy I regularly encountered and quickly resolved a number of issues
- Problem Solving, using logistical and tactical planning skills, in my current role I designed a methodology to optimise van and equipment usage, getting the business through the fuel crisis
- Communication Skills, currently work closely with customers to understand requirements and design solutions that meet their needs
- Stakeholder Management, when working with the Liberal Democrats regularly required to report results of my analysis to stakeholders including the Mayor
- Interpersonal Skills, as a safety steward at Bedford Blues Rugby Club I had the role of implementing the strict Covid-19 protocols
- Self-management, organise and run meetings with customers and management to progress projects effectively
- Time Management, throughout university through to current role I structure my time around multiple deadlines to ensure all work completed on time and to the highest standards
- Reflective and Growth Mindset, keen to learn and actively seek out courses to further develop my skillset
Voluntary work
Volunteer at Bedford and District Cerebral Palsy Society.
Safety steward at Bedford Blues Rugby Club
Hobbies
Enthusiastic cricketer playing indoor and outdoor cricket for Bromham and Sharnbrook 1st XI since age 14. In 2021 I captained the mid-week side to cup victory.
Certification
Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award
Timeline
Landscape Gardener
Court Lane Landscape
02.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Politics and Sociology
Oxford Brookes University
07.2018 - 06.2021
Campaign Assistant
Liberal Democrat Party
08.2017 - 12.2023
A-Levels - Politics, History and Latin
Bedford Modern School
09.2016 - 06.2018
GCSEs - Including Maths, English
Bedford Modern School
09.2016 - 06.2018
Trainee Landscaper
Chris Ashworth Landscaping
02.2016 - 06.2018
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