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KARISHMA SHARMA

Pinner ,Middlessex

Summary

Second-year English Literature student at Durham University with proven experience in administration, client liaison, and team coordination. Skilled in organisation, communication, and problem-solving, with internship experience in luxury property management and leadership roles through education. Keen to apply strong analytical and interpersonal abilities to a corporate environment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

CEO and Financial Director

Lumiere Candles
London
  • Responsible for managing a team of 5, delegating tasks and leading them to success
  • Building strong customer relationships through actively selling the product and pre-empting customer questions to provide an informed response to drive satisfaction and sales
  • Confidence in processing payments and giving correct change
  • Quickly acquired new skills like candle-making product design under pressure
  • Time management by meeting deadlines and overseeing other sects of the business

Administrative officer and PA Intern

Holding & Management Limited
Mayfair, City of Westminster
08.2025 - 08.2025
  • completed an internship as an Administrative Officer and Personal Assistant at a high-profile property management corporation
  • organised and maintained properties documentation, ensuring accurate and discrete handling of private documentation
  • liaison between Holding & Management Limited. and other business to coordinate the organisation/ running of properties
  • assisted in coordinating property maintenance schedules
  • gained insight/ provided advice regarding the marketing and management of luxury properties in prime locations

Business Plan Editor

London Academy of Business and Management
London
  • Edited and refined a comprehensive business plan, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and professional presentation whilst ensuring content was aligned with strategic objectives
  • Reviewed and restructured financial, operational, and marketing sections to improve readability, coherence, and overall impact ahead of potential funding proposals
  • Managed deadlines and coordinated with the directors to synergise their intentions with clarity and marketability
  • applying attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication throughout the editorial process

Youth Assistant Teacher

London Taekwondo Warriors
11.2021 - 09.2024
  • Leadership and initiative through taking charge of lessons, planning stretching, cardio and technique training
  • Clear and confident delivery of information in a professional manner
  • Encouraged progression with respectful authority - needed for working with guests
  • Adaptability by adjusting teaching methods to suit different abilities highlighting flexibility under different learning conditions

Babysitter

Freelance (Vanessa Goddevrind)
04.2022 - 04.2022
  • Displayed responsibility and trustworthiness being entrusted with the care and safety, demonstrating reliability and attention to detail
  • Effective time management balancing multiple tasks such as meal preparation, homework assistance and general daily activities
  • Customer focused mindset through adapting to the needs of the parents in a patient, flexible and attentive manner

Education

GCSE's - Grade 9-7 (A/A)

Whitmore High School
Harrow

A Level's - A*AA in English Literature, Politics and Theatre Studies, Grade A in AS Level Economics

Whitmore High School
Harrow

2nd Year - English Literature

Durham University
Durham

Skills

  • Cooking and serving
  • Mentoring and guidance
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Customer service excellence
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership qualities
  • Team collaboration
  • Reliability and trustworthiness
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Quick learning aptitude
  • Adaptability

Accomplishments

Peter Jones' Tycoon Enterprise Competition Runner Up

Benjamin Franklin House Frankly Speaking Debate Winner 2023

Jeremy Lemmon Shakespeare Globe 2022 Alumni

Junior Youth Mentor at Ganbatte Life

High Red Belt Taekwondo (Kup 1)

Treasurer and Stash Captain of Castle Choir and Orchestra (University Choir)

Timeline

Administrative officer and PA Intern

Holding & Management Limited
08.2025 - 08.2025

Babysitter

Freelance (Vanessa Goddevrind)
04.2022 - 04.2022

Youth Assistant Teacher

London Taekwondo Warriors
11.2021 - 09.2024

CEO and Financial Director

Lumiere Candles

Business Plan Editor

London Academy of Business and Management

GCSE's - Grade 9-7 (A/A)

Whitmore High School

A Level's - A*AA in English Literature, Politics and Theatre Studies, Grade A in AS Level Economics

Whitmore High School

2nd Year - English Literature

Durham University
KARISHMA SHARMA