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Rowan Peden Harrington

Glasgow

Summary

I'm a first-year Accountancy student at the University of Glasgow with a solid academic background from the Glasgow Gaelic School and City of Glasgow College. I've had valuable exposure to real-world operations through a summer internship at Turner & Townsend, as well as working in retail at Next during the extremely busy and intense Christmas period. These roles have helped me build strong communication, confidence, time management, and problem-solving skills. I personally really enjoy working with others and taking initiative to get things done. I'm always keen to learn and take on new challenges, especially in environments where I can grow and make a difference.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Sales consultant

Next PLC
Glasgow, Glasgow City
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Delivered friendly, attentive customer service in a busy retail environment, especially during the fast-paced and intense Christmas period.
  • Helped customers with purchases, dealt with product enquiries, and offered styling advice to ensure a positive shopping experience.
  • Kept the shop floor tidy, clean, and well-organised.
  • Operated tills with confidence, processed transactions quickly and accurately.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies and ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Ultimately, working at Next provided me with great confidence when working with the public which I hope to carry into future roles.

Summer intern

Turner & Townsend
Glasgow, Glasgow City
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • During my summer internship at Turner & Townsend, I learned a vast number of skills such as working as part of a team, communicating effectively as well as a multitude of problem-solving skills. Presenting was a large factor over the three-week placement and has now become one of my most developed and comprehensive skills. Throughout the programme I often had to exercise researching and critical thinking skills, this has given me an insight into day-to-day work life challenges and how to best overcome these. I have also adapted other skills such as analytical skills, networking, and working to a budget.

Assistant

KAM Snaps Uk
Glasgow, Glasgow City
01.2019 - 06.2024
  • Preparing stock in retail quantities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy

University of Glasgow
Glasgow
09.2024 -

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - High School

Glasgow Gaelic School
Glasgow
08.2018 - 04.2024

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Accountancy

City of Glasgow College
Glasgow
09.2023 - 04.2024

Languages

English
Fluent
Scottish Gaelic
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy

University of Glasgow
09.2024 -

Sales consultant

Next PLC
11.2023 - 01.2024

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Accountancy

City of Glasgow College
09.2023 - 04.2024

Summer intern

Turner & Townsend
06.2023 - 07.2023

Assistant

KAM Snaps Uk
01.2019 - 06.2024

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - High School

Glasgow Gaelic School
08.2018 - 04.2024
Rowan Peden Harrington