- Golf - Scratch golfer for club and Uni
- Caddy at The Old Course (St Andrews Links)
- Fitness and Gym
- Football, Tennis, Cricket
- Grade 1 Snare Drummer
- Reading
- Python coding and excel work
Michael Rynn
Edinburgh
Summary
Analytical third-year Physics student with hands-on experience in team environments and client interactions. Applies disciplined problem-solving skills and communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders. Displays initiative and leadership through committee roles and coaching. Strongly interested in financial markets and sports dynamics, with practical negotiation experience from golf caddying and hospitality. (Linkedin michael-rynn-945aa9388)
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caddie
St Andrews Links
St Andrews
03.2025 - Current
- Supported players in course strategy, green reading, and shot selection, tailoring communication styles to meet diverse needs of international clients.
- Established rapport with high-net-worth and corporate guests, positively influencing club reputation and encouraging repeat business.
- Maintained focus and service standards during long shifts in variable weather, showcasing reliability and professionalism.
LTA Level 1 Tennis Coach
LTA
Edinburgh
01.2022 - Current
- Planned and led weekly coaching sessions and multiple summer camps for youth players, emphasizing skills progression, teamwork and wellbeing.
- Enhanced leadership, coaching, and feedback skills, resulting in increased participation and retention.
- Managed session logistics, ensured participant welfare, and communicated progress to parents and club staff.
Bar and Kitchen Assistant
Ratho Golf Club
Edinburgh
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated across bar and kitchen teams to meet service targets, resolve issues promptly and uphold health and safety standards.
- Delivered efficient front-of-house service during peak periods, balancing competing priorities while safeguarding accuracy in orders and cash handling.
- Gained insight into cost control, inventory management, and customer satisfaction drivers in a membership setting.
Maths Tutor
George Watson's College
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Developed and delivered interactive Maths lessons tailored to students' individual learning needs, significantly improving their understanding of complex concepts.
- Provided one-to-one tutoring for students requiring additional support, resulting in significant improvements in their understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
- Led weekly maths tutoring sessions for National 5 students, enhancing their understanding and confidence in the subject.
- Trained students to apply analytical and problem solving skills to solve Maths equations and formulas.
- Mentored younger students in maths, fostering their academic growth and improving their engagement with the subject.
Tennis and Football Coach
Children's Sports Coaching
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Planned and organised engaging training sessions and drills for kids aged 4-11, promoting physical fitness and sportsmanship.
- Led weekly football and tennis sessions for kids, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Developed planning strategies that improved team cohesion and player engagement.
Virtual Insight Programme
PWC
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in PWC Virtual Insight Programme to gain industry knowledge.
- Gained insights into company operations and built relationships with employees to enhance professional network.
- Collaborated with peers in discussions to explore company operations and strategies.
- Explored potential career paths and gathered insights that inspired my pursuit of a role in the financial sector.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Physics
University of St Andrews
07-2026
Advanced Highers - Physics, Mathematics, Mechanics
George Watson's College
EdinburghHighers - 4 As (Mathematics, English, Physics, Business Management), B in Engineering
George Watson's College
EdinburghNational 5 - 8 As (Mathematics, English, Physics, History, Spanish, Engineering, Computing Science)
George Watson's College
EdinburghSCQF Level 6 - Music - Drumming
George Watson's College
EdinburghSkills
- Officiating expertise
- Footwork techniques
- Client service
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Peer motivation
- Time management
- Pressure reliability
- Training organisation
- Mathematical modelling
- Data analysis
- Data interpretation
- Excel proficiency
- Analytical
- Financial analysis
- P&L analysis
- Financial reporting
- Physics knowledge
- Technical communication
- Critical thinking
- Structured problem-solving
- Decision making
- Fair play advocacy
Custom
- Golf (university team)
- Cricket (coaching and playing)
- Endurance fitness
- Reading on markets and business strategy
- Golf course architecture
- Sports analytics
Interests
Timeline
Caddie
St Andrews Links
03.2025 - Current
Bar and Kitchen Assistant
Ratho Golf Club
01.2024 - 12.2024
Maths Tutor
George Watson's College
01.2023 - 12.2024
Tennis and Football Coach
Children's Sports Coaching
01.2023 - 12.2024
Virtual Insight Programme
PWC
01.2023 - 12.2023
LTA Level 1 Tennis Coach
LTA
01.2022 - Current
BSc (Hons) - Physics
University of St Andrews
Advanced Highers - Physics, Mathematics, Mechanics
George Watson's College
Highers - 4 As (Mathematics, English, Physics, Business Management), B in Engineering
George Watson's College
National 5 - 8 As (Mathematics, English, Physics, History, Spanish, Engineering, Computing Science)
George Watson's College
SCQF Level 6 - Music - Drumming
George Watson's College