Samuel Franklin
Luton,Bedfordshire
Summary
I am a young and ambitious individual who takes pride in my hunger for knowledge in a wide variety of areas. As an aspiring Chartered Manager, I thrive in fast-paced environments where a challenge is always available, and I enjoy both working as part of a results-driven team and working alone with initiative to effectively achieve goals and meet targets. With a strong foundation in Public Speaking, Sales, Business Operations, and Management , I offer a proactive mindset, an unmatched work ethic, as well as the potential to continuously improve on myself to ensure I provide value in any role. My commitment to continue my streak of excellence and personal growth makes me a valuable asset to any organisation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Business, Operations and Marketing Intern
Bright Network (IEUK 2025)
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in virtual skills-building workshops led by leading employers to develop commercial awareness and sector-specific knowledge.
- Completed a real-world sector skills project simulating business, operations, and marketing tasks, including market analysis and campaign planning.
- Collaborated with peers and professionals to enhance teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities through group activities and networking sessions.
- Engaged in employer-led sessions focused on sales, HR management, e-commerce, and digital marketing to broaden industry insight.
- Built a professional network by connecting with students, graduates, and senior leaders from top companies during structured networking events.
Customer Advisor
B&Q
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
06.2025 - Current
- Helped customers find the right products and gave friendly, practical advice to support their DIY and home improvement projects.
- Kept the store well-stocked and organized, ensuring that everything was easy to find and presented in an inviting manner.
- Built good relationships with customers by listening to their needs and providing helpful, personalised service.
- Assisted with tasks like mixing paint and cutting timber to make sure customers got exactly what they needed.
- Made sure the store was clean, safe, and welcoming by tidying up and setting up attractive displays.
Project and Industry Insight Work Experience
Allianz Insurance
Virtual
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted with planning and supporting various business projects at Allianz Insurance, helping teams stay on track and learn how different project management methods work in real life.
- Researched industry trends and key insurance topics like underwriting and claims to help the team make smarter, data-driven decisions.
- Took part in sessions with industry experts and professionals, gaining valuable insights into the insurance world and what it's like to build a career at Allianz.
- Helped prepare important project documents, including risk assessments and business cases, to make sure new ideas were practical and achievable.
Business Analyst Intern
Olive Heritage Consultancy Ltd
Dubai, U.A.E
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Part of the team that delivered an international corporate training programme, which resulted in a 5-figure profit upon returning from Dubai.
- Shadowing meetings that other Company Directors and CEOs flew to Dubai to be part of, and occasionally making contributions.
- Prepared meeting rooms and event spaces to achieve successful client engagements.
- Gathered and analysed data from various sources to track the project's progress, measure training results, and suggest ways to make our approach even better.
- Worked closely with international clients and team members to understand their training needs and help shape the project's goals.
- Client satisfaction via surveys was over 90% positive.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Business Management
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 09.2024 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Sport Science and Exercise
Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham 09.2023 - 07.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE)
Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham 09.2023 - 06.2024
A-Levels - Business, Psychology, English Language
Derby College
Derby 09.2021 - 07.2023
GCSEs -
Cardinal Newman Catholic Specialist Science School
Luton 09.2016 - 06.2021
Skills
- Sales & Negotiation – Proven ability to engage customers and close deals, demonstrated by successfully registering and retaining consultancy clients for future corporate training programmes
- Event Organisation & Public Speaking – Able to successfully plan, deliver, and execute initiatives such as charity and awareness projects, which resulted in a certification signed by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson
- Time Management & Multitasking – Successfully balanced my academic excellence while playing for Basketball England Elite Academies
- Adaptability & Self-Learning – Currently learning to code Python through independent study , and enrolled in CIMSPA Management Academy's Aspiring Manager course, to get a head start in professional leadership and management
Languages
English
Fluent
Pidgin (Creole)
Fluent
Igala
Advanced
Accomplishments
- Academic and Sport Scholarships to play Elite Academy basketball while studying.
- Basketball England DiSE Graduate.
- National Basketball League (NBL U18) Coach's Player of the Year .
- Appointed as a School Prefect .
Certification
- Allianz Insurance Work Experience Certification.
- Olive Heritage Consultancy Ltd Internship Certification.
- National Citizen Service Certification - signed by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
- Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) membership + access to Skillgate advanced courses .
- Registered for Internship Experience UK 2025 (IEUK) - Bright Network
- Registered for Young Professional Summer Conference 2025
- Level 2 - Food Safety certification.
Timeline
Customer Advisor
B&Q
06.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sport Business Management
University of Hertfordshire
09.2024 -
Business, Operations and Marketing Intern
Bright Network (IEUK 2025)
07.2024 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Sport Science and Exercise
Birmingham Metropolitan College
09.2023 - 07.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE)
Birmingham Metropolitan College
09.2023 - 06.2024
Project and Industry Insight Work Experience
Allianz Insurance
07.2022 - 07.2022
Business Analyst Intern
Olive Heritage Consultancy Ltd
09.2021 - 10.2021
A-Levels - Business, Psychology, English Language
Derby College
09.2021 - 07.2023
GCSEs -
Cardinal Newman Catholic Specialist Science School
09.2016 - 06.2021
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