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Jacob Bidmead

Cheltenham,Gloucestershire

Summary

Driven and articulate graduate with a degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) and two years of experience in the financial services sector. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I’ve developed strong research, analytical, and communication skills, working across client-facing and data-driven roles. My background has equipped me with the ability to understand complex information, craft clear narratives, and engage effectively with a wide range of audiences.

Now seeking to transition into a role within marketing or entry-level journalism, where I can combine my critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and writing skills to produce compelling content and contribute meaningfully to storytelling, brand messaging, or audience engagement. Eager to bring a fresh perspective, a proactive mindset, and a solid foundation in both qualitative and quantitative analysis to a dynamic, communicative environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Financial Administrator

Ruby Financial Ltd
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Took on paraplanning roles in the background, enabling financial advisers to be fully briefed and prepared when making their financial recommendations.
  • Regularly corresponded with clients ensuring reassuring solutions and ideas regarding progressing reaching their financial goals in an practical way.
  • Managed the back office administration of four advisers throughout the company, making sure that all compliance requirements are met whilst also providing a practical database for advisers to manage their clients reviews.
  • Obtained two Level 3 CII Qualifications during my time. R01 (Introduction to Financial Services) R05 (Financial Protection).
  • Passed Financial Services Administrator Apprenticeship during my time at the company with a pass.

Assistant Bar Manager

Marston's Brewing Company
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Led Bar shifts within the pub, managing a team and taking responsibility for the pub whilst on site.
  • Completed accurate end-of-day financial routines for cash and card transactions.
  • Grew restaurant profits through improved marketing and staff development initiatives.
  • Trained junior staff members on correct pouring techniques, reducing wastage considerably.
  • Conducted regular stock checks, avoiding shortage of essential items.

Bar Team Member

Stonegate Pubs
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
09.2019 - 08.2022

Nightshift Team Member

Sainsbury's
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2018 - 09.2019

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy & Economics

Swansea University
Swansea
09.2019 - 08.2022

A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics & Government and Politics

Denmark Road School
09.2016 - 08.2018

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs A* - C

Chosen Hill School
Gloucester
09.2011 - 08.2016

Skills

  • Article Writing: During my time at university I routinely wrote articles for the university debating issues around the campus and the city in general Furthermore, following my time at university, I wrote further articles for an online magazine
  • Financial Knowledge: Following both my education & employment, I have gained important knowledge surrounding macro economics & financial services This has broadened my interest in debates surrounding these areas I believe I can contribute to arguments relating to wider financial issues and personals advice to give
  • Graduate Researching Skills: Having access to vast spades of Journals and studies from my time at university, I believe it is a skill in itself to be able to locate the correct information on these platforms Furthermore, in the setting of expository writing, it is key to know how to present all information that you have sourced depending on how objective or subjective the information is
  • Data Processing: Through my key knowledge of platforms such as Excel, X-Plan & Outlook, I have both created methods for our company to use in terms of Data Processing & Clients records, whilst also using these platforms without a process using common sense to achieve specific goals I can do this whilst aiming for the results to be easy to replicate & time efficient

Timeline

Financial Administrator

Ruby Financial Ltd
07.2023 - 08.2025

Assistant Bar Manager

Marston's Brewing Company
08.2022 - 07.2023

Bar Team Member

Stonegate Pubs
09.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy & Economics

Swansea University
09.2019 - 08.2022

Nightshift Team Member

Sainsbury's
09.2018 - 09.2019

A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics & Government and Politics

Denmark Road School
09.2016 - 08.2018

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs A* - C

Chosen Hill School
09.2011 - 08.2016
Jacob Bidmead