Ruyi Afolabi
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Pursuing a degree in Creative Writing and Professional Writing at the University of Westminster, developed strong writing, creativity, and analytical skills applicable to various fields. Aiming to establish a career as an author, radio presenter, and poet, while also exploring opportunities in law and current affairs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Work placement
Deutsche Bank
London
2024.05 - 2024.05
- Established professional networks to facilitate knowledge exchange.
- Acquired in-depth understanding of mergers, acquisitions, lending, and borrowing.
- Delivered a presentation to supervisor, showcasing acquired insights.
- Developed comprehensive expertise in investment banking and commercial banking distinctions.
Volunteer Peer Tutor Befriender, Volunteer Assistant Administrator
Success 4 All
Newcastle Upon Tyne
2019.10 - 2019.12
- Facilitated peer-led academic support at Success 4 All's Learning Hubs, boosting primary students' subject confidence.
- Ensured efficiency in data entry and resource organisation across educational programmes.
- Supported charity's mission to empower youth through effective peer-led learning strategies.
Work Placement
Strachan Partners
Lagos
2016.06 - 2016.07
- Influenced legal research and case preparation, deepening understanding of legal processes.
- Collaborated with lawyers to draft legal documents, honing writing and analytical skills.
- Guided client meetings to gather insights on client relations and legal strategies.
- Delivered presentations to supervisors on insights gained, showcasing ability to communicate complex information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing and Professional Writing
The University of Westminster
London 2024.09 -
A-Levels - Sociology, Business Studies, Law
Abbey College Malvern
Worcester, England 2018.09 - 2019.07
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Coventry University
Greenwich 2020.09 - 2022.07
Skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Adaptability and creativity
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
- Westminster Employability Award, 09/01/24, Present
- (in progress): Completion of the Bronze award, currently aiming for Silver. This is via attending employability skills workshops, talks and activities, e.g. CV workshops
Languages
Mandarin
Beginner
English
Native
Affiliations
- Travel, Listening to afro beats, reading and crafting short stories and poetry , learning new languages, swimming, volunteering in the community
Accomplishments
- University Foundation Programme in sociology, law, and business studies at Abbey College in Malvern
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing and Professional Writing
The University of Westminster
2024.09 -
Work placement
Deutsche Bank
2024.05 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Coventry University
2020.09 - 2022.07
Volunteer Peer Tutor Befriender, Volunteer Assistant Administrator
Success 4 All
2019.10 - 2019.12
A-Levels - Sociology, Business Studies, Law
Abbey College Malvern
2018.09 - 2019.07
Work Placement
Strachan Partners
2016.06 - 2016.07