Henry Maximilian Fliss
St Andrews,Fife
Summary
Hard-working and adaptable individual with a unique global background, having lived in seven countries including China, the UAE, France and Singapore. This experience has made me highly comfortable communicating across cultures and languages which proves valuable in customer-oriented workplaces. A quick learner with a strong work ethic, I am focused on providing efficient service, handling late-night operations with a positive attitude, and ensuring every guest feels welcome regardless of their background.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Warehouse operator
Spinneys
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2022.04 - 2023.07
- High-Volume Operations: Managed inventory and order fulfillment in a fast-paced distribution environment, ensuring 100% accuracy under strict time constraints.
- Physical Stamina & Reliability: Consistently worked demanding shifts in a high-pressure setting, demonstrating the physical resilience required for long hours on my feet.
- Stock & Inventory Management: Maintained an organized workspace and monitored stock levels to prevent shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Mathematics
University of St Andrews
St. Andrews 2025.09 -
A-Levels - Maths - A*, Further Maths - A*, Economics - A, History - A
Tonbridge School
Tonbridge, Kent 2023.09 - 2025.07
GCSEs - 11 9s and 1 8
Brighton College Dubai
Dubai 2021.09 - 2023.07
Skills
- Cultural & Linguistic Agility: Highly comfortable engaging with diverse, international clientele; lived in 7 countries with a talent for adapting to various accents and languages
- Operational Stamina: Experienced in physical, fast-paced environments through previous work as a Warehouse Operative accustomed to long shifts and manual handling
- Logistics & Inventory: Skilled in product stocking and inventory organisation; quick to learn back-of-house systems to ensure smooth operations
- Calculated Efficiency: Strong mental arithmetic (UKMT Gold) and memory retention, allowing for fast, accurate service and the ability to memorise complex orders or pricing
- Reliable Availability: Fully comfortable with late-night shifts and high-pressure service hours
Accomplishments
- Finalist, Cambridge Schools Debate (24/25): Ranked 7th nationally. Developed the ability to think on my feet and communicate clearly and persuasively under high-pressure, public-facing conditions.
- Deputy Head of House & Prefect, Tonbridge School: Selected for a position of trust and responsibility; involved managing peer groups, conflict resolution, and coordinating house events.
- Captain, Tonbridge Football XI: Demonstrated consistent leadership, physical stamina, and the ability to motivate a team during high-stakes matches.
- Highest Achieving GCSE Student, Brighton College Dubai: A testament to self-discipline and the ability to master new complex tasks quickly and efficiently.
- UKMT Gold Award ('22, '23, '24): Three-time recipient of the Gold certificate in the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust challenge, reflecting strong mental arithmetic and analytical skills.
Languages
English
Native
German
Native
French
Intermediate
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Mathematics
University of St Andrews
2025.09 -
A-Levels - Maths - A*, Further Maths - A*, Economics - A, History - A
Tonbridge School
2023.09 - 2025.07
Warehouse operator
Spinneys
2022.04 - 2023.07
GCSEs - 11 9s and 1 8
Brighton College Dubai
2021.09 - 2023.07