Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Faizaan Mehmood

London

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven university student with many diverse experiences including a brief yet impactful experiences in sales, showcasing an innate ability to leverage effective sales techniques to drive revenue and surpass targets. As well as strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling the provision of exceptional customer service. Proficient in sales techniques, inventory management, and market research. A keen eye for detail, a deadline-driven focus, and the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.


Seeking a sales associate position where a unique blend of creativity, resilience, and problem-solving can drive sales growth and exceed customer expectations. Eager to further expand knowledge and skills in sales through continuous learning and development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Volunteer

Masjid-Al-Tawhid
Leyton, Waltham Forest
03.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrating adaptability and flexibility to handle unexpected situations whilst ensuring safety of hundreds of people at events
  • Offering directions and addressing concerns at events showcasing the ability to take my own initiative and confidently interact with others
  • Using attention to detail to maintain balanced attendee flow, identifying and promptly addressing signs of overcrowding.

Bakery Supervisor

Self
Walthamstow, Waltham Forest
12.2019 - 12.2019
  • Through the application of various sales techniques, my individual contributions propelled sales accounting for over 75% of overall revenue.
  • Managed stock inventory, demonstrating strong purchasing acumen while ensuring ample stock availability, conducting market research to identify trends amongst the target consumer market
  • Negotiated with an investor to secure funds, showcasing persuasive communication and financial acumen
  • Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution and 100% satisfaction.
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Regularly cleaned bakery areas, to sustain safe food preparation environments.

Junior Intern

Ministry of Housing and Local Government
City of Westminster, Greater London
07.2019 - 07.2019
  • Gained the ability to comprehend and empathize with diverse consumer needs through discussions with stakeholders, analysing housing policies, whilst showcasing exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated attention to detail completing daily research tasks assigned by supervisors, ensuring reliable information gathering without compromising timekeeping.




Administrative Assistant

ASDAN Staff
Walthamstow, Waltham Forest
04.2019 - 04.2019
  • Excelled in efficiently prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and effectively utilizing time to maximise productivity.
  • Developed strong organizational strategies to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Accurately executed secretarial tasks, maintaining smooth administrative operations.
  • Updated student records with strict attention to confidentiality, maintaining full GDPR compliance.
  • Successfully organized and compiled multiple portfolios, ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation.
  • Proficient in managing paperwork, including sorting, and filing to ensure easy accessibility and efficient retrieval of information.



Education

Degree - Law

Queen Mary University of London
London
09.2022 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Various

Beal Sixth Form
Ilford, Redbridge
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs - Various

Frederick Bremer School
London
09.2015 - 07.2020

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Stock management
  • Face-to-face selling
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Technologically proficient
  • Detail-orientated
  • Deadline-driven
  • Efficient time-management
  • Resilience
  • Collaboration skills
  • Self learner
  • Social media proficiency
  • Flexible
  • Problem-solving
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Critical thinking and analysis
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Organisation
  • Adaptable
  • Results driven

Accomplishments

  • Queen Mary ISOC Charity Week Fundraiser -Part of a group of students helping to raise over £25,000 (10/2022)
  • Clifford Chance: Virtual Experience Program Participant with Forage (2021)
  • University of Law: Virtual Work Experience with Clifford Chance, Fragomen and Charles Russell Speechlys (2022)
  • Sky Virtual Work Experience (2021)

Languages

English
Native
Urdu
Upper intermediate
Punjabi
Upper intermediate

Timeline

Volunteer

Masjid-Al-Tawhid
03.2023 - Current

Degree - Law

Queen Mary University of London
09.2022 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Various

Beal Sixth Form
09.2020 - 06.2022

Bakery Supervisor

Self
12.2019 - 12.2019

Junior Intern

Ministry of Housing and Local Government
07.2019 - 07.2019

Administrative Assistant

ASDAN Staff
04.2019 - 04.2019

GCSEs - Various

Frederick Bremer School
09.2015 - 07.2020
Faizaan Mehmood