Sophia Luker
London
Summary
Highly organised and self-motivated psychology graduate eager to put learning into practice. Proficient in SPSS, survey construction, and hypothesis formulation. Demonstrates excellent time management and the ability to work well under pressure. Competent across all Microsoft 365 products, with strong communication skills and a proven track record as a team player. Enthusiastic learner seeking to leverage analytical skills in a dynamic environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Conference & Events Co-ordinator
De Vere Hotels - Grand Connaught Rooms
London
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Working closely with clients to understand and meet their unique event needs, ensuring a tailored approach to each event
- Coordinating a diverse range events, adapting to varying client requirements while maintaining a high standard of service
- Skilled in prioritising important tasks, organisation, time management, balancing multiple deadlines and coordinating successful events within the required timeframes
- Building strong, lasting relationships with clients, resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business
- Collaborating closely with internal teams across different departments, ensuring seamless coordination and event delivery
- Using OPERA, generating clear and precise function sheets to ensure all event details are organised and communicated effectively
- Self-motivated to meet and exceed team and personal targets with a strong work ethic.
Bar Tender
De Vere Hotels - Latimer Estate
Latimer, Buckinghamshire
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Bartender and waitress serving drinks and food to customers, for various functions from conference events to weddings
- Collaborating with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods and whilst working under pressure
- Regularly stepping up to guide the bar team when under pressure, especially when serving high-value conference guests.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Waitress
The Grocer
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Working part time during A level study and holidays.
- Front of house and waitress responsible for welcoming and serving customers
- Valuable experience gained in efficiently and successfully working as a team, as well as communicating politely to customers
Work Experience
Luker Rowe - Insurance Brokers
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Shadowing multiple members of the firm, across different job roles, in order to get a better understanding of the day-to-day operations of an insurance brokerage.
MARKETING ASSISTANT
ZPR - Public Relations Company
London
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Gaining an understanding of the working of marketing and PR job-function.
- Assigned and completed a research project.
Education
GCSE's - GCSE's
Chesham Grammar School
Chesham 09.2012 - 06.2017
A Levels - Psychology, Sociology, Biology
Chesham Grammar School
Chesham 09.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of York
York 09.2019 - 06.2022
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Organised
- Team Player
- Excellent communicator
- Competent across all Microsoft 365 products
- Excellent time management
- Works well under pressure
- Enthusiastic learner
- SPSS proficiency
- Survey construction
- Hypothesis formulation
Affiliations
- Running, Reading, Socialising, Cinema and Theatre
Timeline
Conference & Events Co-ordinator
De Vere Hotels - Grand Connaught Rooms
05.2023 - 04.2025
Bar Tender
De Vere Hotels - Latimer Estate
08.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of York
09.2019 - 06.2022
A Levels - Psychology, Sociology, Biology
Chesham Grammar School
09.2017 - 06.2019
Work Experience
Luker Rowe - Insurance Brokers
07.2017 - 07.2017
MARKETING ASSISTANT
ZPR - Public Relations Company
07.2017 - 07.2017
Waitress
The Grocer
01.2017 - 01.2020
GCSE's - GCSE's
Chesham Grammar School
09.2012 - 06.2017
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