Eleanor Stewart
Dollar,Scotland
Summary
Final-year BA Politics and Sociology student at the University of Exeter with experience in policy research, journalism, and public engagement. I bring strong analytical and communication skills alongside resilience developed through varied professional roles and clear leadership potential. Committed to public service in Scotland, I am ready to contribute through the Graduate Development Programme and drive policies that make a lasting difference.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Policy Research Assistant
Centre for Social Justice
City of Westminster, City of London
2025.09 - 2025.09
- Researched and analysed social issues including child poverty and education.
- Drafted op-eds and policy blog posts to inform debate.
- Provided editing and fact-checking support for senior staff.
Journalist & Social Media Executive
Exeposé Newspaper
Exeter, United Kingdom
2023.11 - 2025.06
- Produced political news coverage and managed live social media updates.
- Researched assigned topics and delivered accurate, accessible content.
Journalist Assistant
The Daily Mail
London, United Kingdom
2024.06 - 2024.06
- Supported crime reporting team with research, drafting and editing for national coverage.
Chalet Host
Alpine Elements
La Plagne , France
2022.11 - 2023.04
- Managed weekly turnover of 12 guests, demonstrating resilience and time management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and Sociology
University of Exeter
Exeter 2023.09 -
A-Levels - Government & Politics (A*), Art (A*), BTEC Hospitality (Distinction*)
Ampleforth College
York 2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - 9 GCSEs, A*-C, English Literature/ Language (B), Mathematics (B)
Ampleforth College
York 2017.09 - 2020.06
Primary Education -
Dollar Academy
Clackmannanshire, Scotland 2009.08 - 2017.06
Affiliations
- Policy & Governance- Actively follow developments in Scottish and UK politics with a particular interest in social policy, equality, and democratic engagement.
- Sport and Leadership- Represented school and county teams in hockey, cricket, and tennis.
- Cooking and Hospitality- Experienced in private cooking and event catering, combining creativity with organisation.
Additional Work Experience
- Hospitality Staff – Japanese Garden Cowden, Clackmannanshire (2017 – present)
- Marketing Assistant – Henbury Limited, Edinburgh (2019 – 2020)
Certifications
- Microsoft Excel: Advanced Excel Formulas & Functions
- ILM Level 3 Diploma- Leadership & Management
Timeline
Policy Research Assistant
Centre for Social Justice
2025.09 - 2025.09
Journalist Assistant
The Daily Mail
2024.06 - 2024.06
Journalist & Social Media Executive
Exeposé Newspaper
2023.11 - 2025.06
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and Sociology
University of Exeter
2023.09 -
Chalet Host
Alpine Elements
2022.11 - 2023.04
A-Levels - Government & Politics (A*), Art (A*), BTEC Hospitality (Distinction*)
Ampleforth College
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - 9 GCSEs, A*-C, English Literature/ Language (B), Mathematics (B)
Ampleforth College
2017.09 - 2020.06
Primary Education -
Dollar Academy
2009.08 - 2017.06