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Jake Essen

Summary

Motivated individual showcasing strengths in client communication and service delivery. Adapts to diverse roles and environments, demonstrating eagerness to learn and contribute. Brings a proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork. Comfortable and adaptable using a broad range of software. Experienced communicator, developed during time as Comms lead.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef de Partie

Topgolf
Glasgow
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Ensured efficient delegation to streamline kitchen operations.
  • Facilitated effective communication and organization.
  • Exhibited strong problem-solving skills to achieve steady performance.
  • Ensured exceptional service delivery with a focus on detail and reliability.
  • Maintained high kitchen hygiene standards, cleanliness, and organisation, meeting rigorous health and safety guidelines.

Hotel Receptionist

Clayton Hotel
Glasgow
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Developed customised solutions for high-profile clients, including JPMorgan, Google and KLM, to optimise workplace functionality.
  • Welcomed guests warmly when entering the hotel, registering arrival on booking systems.
  • Conducted check-out procedures, issued invoices, and collected feedback to improve future guest experiences.
  • Managed telephone enquiries, efficiently handling reservations, cancellations, and booking modifications.

Vice President/Co-founder

Strathclyde Private Equity Club
Glasgow
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Co-founded and co-created a society using the university processes.
  • Organized impactful events by securing top private equity professionals as speakers.
  • Addressed questions about the field from students.
  • Developed a network of students and cultivated a self-governed community.

Customer Service Agent and Comms Lead

First Bus
Leeds
08.2025 - Current

- Resolved customer queries through phone and email to ensure high satisfaction levels.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, feedback, and complaints to enhance service experience.
- Managed customer service calls, efficiently addressing issues to uphold brand reputation

-Managed inbound customer service calls, efficiently resolving queries and complaints to uphold satisfaction levels.

-Performed 160% of target through all periods of employment

-Comms lead, delivering and developing weekly business updates

-area source manager, lead the complete redesign and implementation of company resources in cooperation with senior management

Digital Marketing and Economic Consultant

Lyfe Media
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered strategic-level digital marketing insights to local SMEs.
  • Analyzed economic data to enhance decision-making processes.
  • Managed tactical-level communication efforts.
  • Personalized outreach initiatives contributed to company growth.
  • Examined competitive landscapes within client industries.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing and Economics

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow
01-2025

A-Levels - Law, Politics and History

Greenhead College
Huddersfield
01-2021

GCSEs -

Honley High School
Huddersfield
01-2019

Skills

  • Client relationship building
  • Critical analysis
  • Client communication
  • Adaptability to challenges
  • Market understanding
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Customer Service Agent and Comms Lead

First Bus
08.2025 - Current

Digital Marketing and Economic Consultant

Lyfe Media
09.2023 - Current

Chef de Partie

Topgolf
08.2023 - 12.2024

Hotel Receptionist

Clayton Hotel
10.2022 - 09.2023

Vice President/Co-founder

Strathclyde Private Equity Club
01.2022 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing and Economics

University of Strathclyde

A-Levels - Law, Politics and History

Greenhead College

GCSEs -

Honley High School
Jake Essen