Samuel Matthews
Newport,Shropshire
Summary
First-Class Economics graduate with experience across customer service, administration, education support, and hospitality. Proven ability to manage responsibilities under pressure, communicate clearly, and work both independently and as part of a team. A fast learner with strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, and a global mindset developed through academic study and solo travel. Currently seeking to apply these strengths in a business, finance, or economics-focused role with long-term development opportunities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Delivery driver
Waitrose & Partners
Telford, Shropshire
2024.09 - 2025.03
- Delivered groceries to 15+ households/day, consistently meeting delivery windows.
- Loaded vans efficiently to reduce transit issues and improve service quality.
- Handled queries professionally and resolved delivery issues.
- Maintained 100% safety compliance.
Bartender
Wildwood
Plymouth, Devon
2024.02 - 2025.08
- Managed drink orders for 50+ tables per shift; improved speed and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained bar hygiene, stock levels, and team coordination during peak hours.
Peer Assessed Learning Scheme (PALS) Leader
University of Plymouth
Plymouth, Devon
2022.09 - 2023.07
- Led weekly study sessions for 50+ first-year students; improved grade averages by 13%.
- Achieved 90%+ “very useful” feedback on peer-led seminars.
Government Play Scheme Assistant
Abraham Darby Sports and Leisure Centre
Telford, Shropshire
2022.04 - 2023.12
- Organised activities for 70+ children and managed safety and allergy records.
- Reduced scheduling/admin errors by 25%; responded to 95% of parent queries within 24 hours.
Lifeguard
Nuffield Health
Telford, Shropshire
2018.04 - 2021.09
- Monitored pool safety for 40+ swimmers per shift; no accidents recorded.
- Took on additional reception and café responsibilities.
- Supported cross-department functions and ensured smooth service delivery.
Education
GCSEs - 10 including Maths, English and Triple Science
Burton Borough Secondary School
Telford, Staffordshire 2014.09 - 2019.07
A-Levels - Maths, Economics, Physics
Thomas Telford School
Telford 2019.09 - 2021.07
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Plymouth University
Plymouth 2021.09 - 2024.07
Skills
- Analytical Thinking & Data Interpretation
- Customer Service & Communication
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Time Management & Multi-tasking
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Cross-Cultural Awareness
- Stock & Inventory Control
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Solo Backpacking Trip – SE Asia & Japan
- 12-week solo journey across four countries.
- Gained resilience, budget management, and cross-cultural communication skills.
Affiliations
- Basketball and swimming, reading economics and psychology, cultural travel and photography, financial news and case studies, Excel modelling through betting simulations.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Delivery driver
Waitrose & Partners
2024.09 - 2025.03
Bartender
Wildwood
2024.02 - 2025.08
Peer Assessed Learning Scheme (PALS) Leader
University of Plymouth
2022.09 - 2023.07
Government Play Scheme Assistant
Abraham Darby Sports and Leisure Centre
2022.04 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Plymouth University
2021.09 - 2024.07
A-Levels - Maths, Economics, Physics
Thomas Telford School
2019.09 - 2021.07
Lifeguard
Nuffield Health
2018.04 - 2021.09
GCSEs - 10 including Maths, English and Triple Science
Burton Borough Secondary School
2014.09 - 2019.07