Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Key Projects
Leadership & Volunteering
Certification
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Maya Barber

Upminster,Essex

Summary

Year 12 student studying A-Level Economics, Geography, and Mathematics with experience across financial analysis, operations, tutoring, and client-facing environments. Exposure to FX markets, investment research, financial modelling, and operational coordination across finance-related settings.

Overview

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Work history

Studio Assistant / Operations Coordinator | The Pink Parachute

Hornchurch, London | Jul 2025 – Present

  • Execute daily financial reconciliation across cash, card, and digital transactions, consistently achieving zero-variance end-of-day close-outs
  • Maintain secure cash handling procedures, float management, and audit documentation to support financial compliance
  • Manage ceramic glazing and firing production workflow, applying quality control processes to reduce material wastage
  • Act as primary client contact for bookings, queries, and issue resolution, supporting customer retention and satisfaction
  • Coordinate group events and private parties, managing scheduling, resources, and operational delivery under pressure
  • Maintain health, safety, and hygiene compliance across studio operations

Maths Tutor | Independent

London | Oct 2025 – Present

  • Deliver one-to-one mathematics tutoring for three Year 9 students on a weekly basis
  • Design structured lesson plans targeting individual learning gaps and exam preparation
  • Improved student confidence and academic performance through tailored problem-solving support
  • Provided GCSE mathematics mentoring for a Year 11 student through a school-supported programme
  • Track progress and adapt teaching methods to improve understanding and engagement

Work Experience | Monex Europe

City of London | Mar 2026

  • Produced geopolitical and macroeconomic analysis on the Hungarian election with the Chief FX Market Analyst, assessing potential FX market impact
  • Applied Excel-based modelling to analyse spot rates, forward pricing, pip movements, and margin requirements
  • Conducted market research to support institutional sales presentations and competitive positioning
  • Participated in front-office briefings covering liquidity management, compliance, and risk controls
  • Delivered analytical outputs under tight deadlines in a trading-floor environment.

Work Experience | Growth Lending

King's Cross, London | Jun 2024

  • Analysed client portfolio data using Excel to support financial calculations and cost projections
  • Developed PowerPoint presentations summarising investment and portfolio performance data
  • Structured financial information to improve clarity for internal reporting and decision-making
  • Supported data validation and accuracy checks across financial documentation.

Event Hair Stylist Assistant | Mini Peas Hair Braiding

London | 2026 – Present

  • Provide hair braiding services at children's events and parties in fast-paced environments
  • Interact directly with children and parents, maintaining professionalism in customer-facing settings
  • Manage time-sensitive service delivery across multiple bookings
  • Support event setup, coordination, and client experience delivery

Netball Umpire | Redbridge Sports Centre

Ilford, London | Feb 2023 – Present

  • Officiate weekly competitive matches in line with official netball regulations
  • Make real-time decisions under pressure to maintain fair play and match control
  • Manage player behaviour and resolve on-court disputes professionally
  • Conduct pre-match checks and ensure fixtures run to schedule

Education

GCSEs -

Coopers Company and Coborn School
Upminster, Havering
2025.05 - 2025.06

A-Levels -

Coopers Company and Coborn School
Upminster, Havering
2025.09 -

Skills

  • Excel & Financial Modelling
  • Market Research & Economic Analysis
  • Investment Analysis
  • Financial Reconciliation
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Presentation Design (PowerPoint)
  • Operational & Event Coordination
  • Cash Handling & Compliance
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Time Management & Organisation

Key Projects

GAIN Investment Challenge | Equity Research Project

2025

  • Participated in a multi-week investment programme focused on equity research, valuation, and stock analysis
  • Attended structured finance workshops over two months covering investment decision-making and market research
  • Collaborated in a five-person team to assess whether Tesco PLC represented a viable investment opportunity
  • Conducted analysis of financial performance, market positioning, and commercial risk factors affecting valuation
  • Delivered a structured group presentation communicating investment recommendation and supporting rationale

Leadership & Volunteering

Charity Representative | Coopers' Company and Coborn School

2025 – Present

  • Support and coordinate school fundraising and charity initiatives
  • Assisted in organising a Mother's Day sale raising funds for breast cancer charity
  • Contributed to planning and delivery of school bake sales, including cash handling and event operations
  • Support student participation across school-wide fundraising campaigns

Certification

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award (2025)
  • Insight into Lloyds Banking Group Certificate
  • Into Officiating Netball Qualification

Timeline

A-Levels -

Coopers Company and Coborn School
2025.09 -

GCSEs -

Coopers Company and Coborn School
2025.05 - 2025.06

Maya Barber