Iris Holmes
London
Summary
Recent graduate (graduating July 2026) with a 2:1 in History from the University of Bristol.
Demonstrates excellence in social research and research analysis, constructing compelling arguments, producing essays, podcasts, project proposals and dissertation.
Offers strong relational and communication skills, and professional approach.
Motivated to develop research skills as part of a team in creative contexts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Bartender
Old King’s Head
London EC2
2024.07 - Current
- Handling orders at speed while maintaining friendly service standards.
- Serving customers during busy City of London pub shifts outside term time.
- Providing reliable customer-facing service through teamwork, punctuality, and clear communication.
Volunteer Researcher
St Marylebone Parish Church
London W1
2021.11 - 2022.02
- Conducted research in church archives for burial history projects, contributing to historical documentation and community engagement.
- Researched Marylebone history to highlight contributions of women in church records, enriching local heritage narratives.
- Supported heritage department work on restoring church roof sections and timbers.
- Coordinated fundraising initiatives through a Christmas appeal, successfully increasing donation support for heritage projects.
Education
Batchelor of Arts (Honours) - History
University of Bristol
Bristol 2023.09 - 2026.06
A-Levels -
Queen's College London
London 2016.09 - 2026.06
Skills
Social research
Research analysis, argument construction and structuring
Research writing
Customer service excellence
Team work
Professionalism
Timeline
Bartender
Old King’s Head
2024.07 - Current
Batchelor of Arts (Honours) - History
University of Bristol
2023.09 - 2026.06
Volunteer Researcher
St Marylebone Parish Church
2021.11 - 2022.02
A-Levels -
Queen's College London
2016.09 - 2026.06