ESTHER AKINYEMI
London
Summary
An ambitious A-level student, with excellent communication and mathematical skills developed through A-level Maths, as well as being selected for a five-year scholarship with Young Women in Finance. Through extra-curricular activities, I have developed problem-solving, leadership, and the ability to adapt to new situations. Currently seeking work experience in the financial sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Candidate
SEO London
2022.07 - Current
- Multiple experiences at partner banks and asset management firms e.g. Blackrock, Valentine & Thomas Partners, Blackstone, Nomura, Lazard.
- Prepared and won the group activity of a business pitch with £1000 at both Nomura and Valentine Thomas & Partners
Trading Experience
AmplifyME
2022.12 - 2022.12
- Participated in a real-life trading simulation, where I executed trades as an Investment Banker and Asset Manager.
Insight Day
Morgan Stanley
2022.07 - 2022.07
- A day filled with networking opportunities and presentations on each aspect of the bank e.g. the institutional securities (Investment banking, Equity, Fixed income divisions)
Insight Week
Lloyds Banking Group
2022.07 - 2022.07
- A week filled with visits to Bloomberg and the Bank of England, networking opportunities shadowing and presentations on the sectors, treasury, and capital market.
Volunteer
St Michael's After School Club
2019.09 - 2020.12
- Assisted staff to maintain a safe environment for primary school children by providing pastoral support and setting up activities in a safe manner.
Banking Intern
Barclays Bank
2019.01 - 2019.01
- Advised multiple customers daily on banking procedures, while displaying effective communication and rapport building skills to increase customer satisfaction.
Education
Newstead Woods School
ALEVELS
2021.09 - 2023.06
Addey and Stanhope
GCSEs
2017.01 - 2021.05
ACHIEVEMENTS AND COURSES
Deputy Head Girl
- Full responsibility at Addey and Stanhope, including duties such as attending leadership meetings, organising projects for the school and hosting school assemblies, and communicating with 600 students.
Fashion Show
- Hosted, organised, and participated in a fashion show to raise £600+ for the charity Jags Connect. Oversaw and produced the tailoring of 20 male and female custom-made African-inspired clothing.
Level 3 Sports Leadership
Lead sessions on a variety of sports lessons every week, where I have developed my confidence, communication, and leadership skills.
Additional Information
Running, Singing, Sewing,
References
Available on request
Timeline
Trading Experience
AmplifyME
2022.12 - 2022.12
Candidate
SEO London
2022.07 - Current
Insight Day
Morgan Stanley
2022.07 - 2022.07
Insight Week
Lloyds Banking Group
2022.07 - 2022.07
Newstead Woods School
ALEVELS
2021.09 - 2023.06
Volunteer
St Michael's After School Club
2019.09 - 2020.12
Banking Intern
Barclays Bank
2019.01 - 2019.01
Addey and Stanhope
GCSEs
2017.01 - 2021.05