Yasmin Ahmad Zulqarnain
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Intern, Sustainability Consulting
PwC
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025.07 - 2025.09
- Drafted comprehensive reporting decks aligned with GRI and TCFD requirements, streamlining the communication of non-financial performance to investors and regulators.
- Analysed international frameworks for industrial symbiosis and waste-to-energy loops, providing actionable research to support the integration of circularity into green industrial park infrastructure.
Programme director
Economics Society, University of Kent
Canterbury, United Kingdom
2024.10 - 2025.09
- Established ESG as a primary research focus, leading discussions on Green Finance and the economic transition toward decarbonisation to prepare members for professional roles in sustainability.
- Facilitated engagement with Blackmont Consulting, coordinating insight sessions and promotional outreach to increase student exposure to the consulting sector.
Cashku
Summer Intern, CEO's Office
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024.07 - 2024.09
- Supported CEO of a financial advisory start-up building Malaysia's first digital planning app.
- Built a strong professional network by connecting with over 50 UK Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) such as Blackstone Margate, The Private Office and Mazars Financial Planning Ltd to assess their business models and identify potential opportunities for mergers and acquisitions.
- Enhanced analytical and presentation skills by conducting in-depth research on Assets Under Management (AUM) and financial background of over 150 UK IFAs and delivering findings to industry experts.
- Developed skills in finance technology and investment analysis during events and workshops such as Tech in Asia, Women in ETFs, Malaysia Start-up Conference, Antler UK's Spotlight Event.
Yayasan Hasanah
Summer Intern, Research Assistant
Shah Alam, Malaysia
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Conducted an in-depth case study and research on Malaysia’s local communities and marine ecosystems, and supported collaborative efforts with the Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre to advance the protection and sustainable management of river ecosystems.
- Strengthened analytical and presentation skills by developing potential project proposals on sustainable policies and presenting them to a panel of experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights into the firm's ESG approach.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Management
University of Kent
Canterbury 9 2023 - 6 2026
A-Levels -
Kolej Yayasan UEM
Malaysia 7 2021 - 7 2023
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) -
Kolej Yayasan Saad Melaka
Melaka, Malaysia 1 2016 - 3 2021
Extra-Curricular Activities
The Duke of Edinburgh International Programme
- Volunteered to provide community service by teaching English to 30-50 primary school children in underdeveloped and rural areas of Malaysia.
- Achieved the Duke of Edinburgh's International Bronze and Silver Award
- Worked with PADI Malaysia and the Tioman Island community to create a project focused on marine conservation education and training.
Axiata Talent Programme
- Led a comprehensive entrepreneurship team project and raised over RM5000 for youth charity in collaboration with Teach For Malaysia.
Timeline
Intern, Sustainability Consulting
PwC
2025.07 - 2025.09
Programme director
Economics Society, University of Kent
2024.10 - 2025.09
Cashku
Summer Intern, CEO's Office
2024.07 - 2024.09
Yayasan Hasanah
Summer Intern, Research Assistant
2022.06 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Management
University of Kent
9 2023 - 6 2026
A-Levels -
Kolej Yayasan UEM
7 2021 - 7 2023
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) -
Kolej Yayasan Saad Melaka
1 2016 - 3 2021