Oliver Taylor
Edinburgh,United Kingdom
Summary
Energetic professional with a strong academic background, proven leadership skills, and professional experience in both admin support and customer service roles. An enthusiastic and personable individual with highly relevant skills in communication and data management, coupled with proficiency in Microsoft Office in training in AML, Professional Conduct and Ethics. Proven ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Aiming to gain experience in a collaborative and dynamic environment, and willing to take on diverse responsibilities to meet varying team needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Flex Driver
Amazon Flex
Edinburgh
2024.10 - 2025.08
- Currently working as an independently-contracted driver for Amazon, responsible for delivering packages using my own vehicle with flexible scheduling and adherence to Amazon's delivery standards.
Mailing Assistant
Scottish Braille Press
Edinburgh
2025.04 - 2025.07
- Most recently worked in a contract role as a Mailing Assistant with the Scottish Braille Press, as a temporary worker via Hays Recruitment. Responsible for transcribing, organising, and dispatching correspondence from large companies in an accessible printed format.
Summer Intern
Murray Beith Murray LLP
Edinburgh
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Provided administrative support for the firm's Asset Protection Group, including drafting memos and reports, liaising with colleagues and services, record-keeping, data entry, calendar management, and covering ad hoc duties such as reception telephony.
- Gained insight into the day-to-day operations of a law firm and began to transition my academic skills into a practical setting.
Activities Leader
Oxford International Education Group
Edinburgh
2022.08 - 2022.08
- Organised and oversaw activities for international students learning English, such as quiz nights and excursions, while promoting a productive, fun, and safe environment.
- Demonstrated leadership and organisational skills in managing events and student interaction.
Waiter
The Balerno Inn
Balerno
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Provided quality customer service and gained experience in different operational aspects of running a business, such as maintaining store rooms and building customer rapport.
Bartender
The Grey Horse Inn
Balerno
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Developed rapport with guests and retained an in-depth understanding of bar and menu items.
Flyerer
Gag Reflex Productions
Edinburgh
2019.07 - 2019.08
- Gained experience in event marketing, promoting shows to the public and proposing innovative digital marketing strategies.
Front of House
Hickory Foods
Edinburgh
2019.05 - 2019.08
- Worked at large events, ensuring timely service and addressing customer needs under pressure.
Education
LLB - Scots Law with English Law
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 2019.09 - 2023.07
Postgraduate Diploma - Professional Legal Practice
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 2023.09 - 2024.06
SQA Advanced Higher grades - AB
George Watson's College
Edinburgh 2018.09 - 2019.05
SQA Higher grades - AAAABB
George Watson's College
Edinburgh 2017.09 - 2019.06
SQA National 5 grades - AAAAAAAB
Clifton Hall School
Edinburgh 2016.09 - 2017.06
Skills
- Academic background
- Leadership skills
- Commercial awareness
- Risk management and compliance
- Problem-solving
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Data Entry
Personal Information
- Age: 24
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: British
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mailing Assistant
Scottish Braille Press
2025.04 - 2025.07
Flex Driver
Amazon Flex
2024.10 - 2025.08
Postgraduate Diploma - Professional Legal Practice
University of Aberdeen
2023.09 - 2024.06
Summer Intern
Murray Beith Murray LLP
2023.07 - 2023.08
Activities Leader
Oxford International Education Group
2022.08 - 2022.08
Waiter
The Balerno Inn
2022.06 - 2022.07
Bartender
The Grey Horse Inn
2021.06 - 2021.08
LLB - Scots Law with English Law
University of Aberdeen
2019.09 - 2023.07
Flyerer
Gag Reflex Productions
2019.07 - 2019.08
Front of House
Hickory Foods
2019.05 - 2019.08
SQA Advanced Higher grades - AB
George Watson's College
2018.09 - 2019.05
SQA Higher grades - AAAABB
George Watson's College
2017.09 - 2019.06
SQA National 5 grades - AAAAAAAB
Clifton Hall School
2016.09 - 2017.06