Zack Smith
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
A hard working, motivated college student who is currently working towards a Double BTEC in Business and Sport and achieving a grade C in Core Mathematics. I have been able to develop my practical understanding of business environments with work experience at R&M Electrical Group Ltd and part time employment at Sport Direct, which has helped me develop my communication and teamwork skills. I am eager to apply my analytical skills to a finance apprenticeship with Siemens.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales assistant
Sports Direct
Southampton, Hampshire
2025.05 - 2026.01
- Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
- Provided assistance to new staff members.
- Kept track of current sales promotions to help customers make informed decisions when buying.
- Handled cash transactions confidently and accurately during shifts.
Sales leader
R&M Electrical Group
Southampton, Hampshire
2025.05 - 2025.05
- Between May 19th - 23rd I had a work experience placement with R&M Electrical, where I shadowed my placement leader and learnt the fundamentals of the business.
- Observed strict health and safety standards for the distribution of electrical goods suppling the Marine and Defense industries.
- Quickly fitted into the professional environment, by arriving on time every day and conducting myself professionally.
- Produced quotes for business like National Oceanography, efficiently and with zero errors.
Education
A-Levels - Double Business, Sport, Core Mathematics
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Southampton 2024.09 - 2026.01
GCSEs - Double Science, Mathematics, English, Geography, Creative IMedia, Sport, Business
Brookfield Community School
Southampton 2019.09 - 2024.06
Skills
- Leadership
- Good Dexterity & Coordination
- Resilience
- Mental Arithmetic
- Great Teamwork
- Problem Solving
References
References available upon request.
Interests
- Have played football for 10+ years whilst being a captain for 4 years.
- Scuba Diving - Completed my PADI qualifications at 8 years old and have been diving in the sea since age 10.
Timeline
Sales assistant
Sports Direct
2025.05 - 2026.01
Sales leader
R&M Electrical Group
2025.05 - 2025.05
A-Levels - Double Business, Sport, Core Mathematics
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
2024.09 - 2026.01
GCSEs - Double Science, Mathematics, English, Geography, Creative IMedia, Sport, Business
Brookfield Community School
2019.09 - 2024.06