Oli Blaylock
Combe,Oxfordshire
Summary
Motivated GCSE student with a strong interest in fund management and financial markets. A Sports Scholar competing at academy and A‑team level, used to preparing thoroughly, performing under pressure and reviewing outcomes honestly. Keen to gain summer work experience in the City, to better understand how professional investors analyse risk, make decisions and operate as part of high‑performance teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Abingdon Sports Scholarship
Abingdon School
09.2023 - Current
- Represented A-team for rugby, hockey and cricket since Year 7.
- Captained winning team in Queen Elizabeth Barnet National 7’s tournament.
- Multiple awards including Abingdon Colours, Coach’s Player and Player’s Player.
Additional Activities
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09.2023 - Current
- Member of a competition‑winning public speaking team.
- Performed in the Abingdon school production of Peter Pan.
- History and Drama club.
- Stepped outside my comfort zone through creative and collaborative activities, developing confidence, communication skills and adaptability.
Rugby
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09.2018 - Current
- Gloucester Rugby Academy: Selected for Pathway from U14.
- Oxford Harlequins Rugby Club: Since U9’s, captained multiple winning teams at regional and national festivals (including Land Rover Wasps and Saracens Festivals and Leicester Tigers Festival). Recognised as Coach’s Player and Player’s Player across multiple age groups.
- Developed strong discipline, work ethic, time management and resilience through sustained Academy and A-team commitments. Known for leading by example on behaviour, efforts and standards.
Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze
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09.2024 - 05.2025
- Completed volunteering, physical and skills sections alongside academic and sporting commitments. Demonstrated commitment, reliability and self‑discipline over a sustained period.
Education
GCSEs (predicted) - English Language (9), English Literature (9), Biology (9), Chemistry (9), Physics (9). History (9),
Abingdon School
AbingdonA Levels (selected) - History, Economics, Mathematics, Religious Studies
Abingdon
Skills
● Highly disciplined and well‑organised
● Comfortable performing under pressure
● Team‑focused and dependable
● Honest and reflective about performance
● Curious, coachable and keen to learn
Timeline
Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze
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09.2024 - 05.2025
Abingdon Sports Scholarship
Abingdon School
09.2023 - Current
Additional Activities
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09.2023 - Current
Rugby
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09.2018 - Current
GCSEs (predicted) - English Language (9), English Literature (9), Biology (9), Chemistry (9), Physics (9). History (9),
Abingdon School
A Levels (selected) - History, Economics, Mathematics, Religious Studies
Abingdon