ZAKARIYA AHMAD
York,UK
Summary
A detail-oriented professional with strong mathematical skills, clear communication, and active listening abilities. Demonstrates patience, a polite manner, and teamwork to foster productive collaboration and optimise time management. Skilled in initiative-taking and problem-solving, with a focus on achieving efficient outcomes. Committed to leveraging expertise to contribute effectively to organisational goals while maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Equity Analyst Intern
J&D Strategies
Remote, UK
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Handled comprehensive product and financial data in Excel, ensuring precision and clear organisation for team.
- Assessed frequent performance reports covering 5-10 key metrics to uncover trends efficiently, assisting colleagues in achieving timely decisions.
- Developed clear, accessible presentations to convey complex information to non-specialists, enhancing communication skills beneficial for customer interactions.
Placement Week
Lloyds Banking Group
Leeds, UK
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in developing delivery service for simulated high-street retailer, prioritising customer convenience and dependable service.
- Evaluated customer requirements in 3-5 collaborative tasks and formulated an actionable strategy to optimise service and manage expenses.
- Demonstrated final plan to panel, strengthening public speaking skills and proficiently responding to questions while functioning cohesively as part of a team.
Volunteer
Jamia Masjid Ahl-e-Hadith
Halifax, UK
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Facilitated community events delivering food and temporary support for 20-40 vulnerable individuals, demonstrating empathy and strong service orientation.
- Coordinated efforts with other volunteers to organise, serve, and clear away efficiently, strengthening teamwork and dependability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of York
York, UK 09.2025 -
GCSEs - Secondary School
The Crossley Heath School
Halifax, Calderdale 09.2018 - 06.2023
A-Levels - Psychology, Economics, Maths
The Crossley Heath School
Halifax, Calderdale 09.2023 - 06.2025
Skills
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Teamwork
- Strong mathematical skills
- Initiative taking
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award
- PwC Virtual Insight Event
- AmlifyMe Finance Accelerator Programme
Extra-Curricular Activities
AmplifyMe, Finance Accelerator Programme, Remote, UK, 2025-11-01
- Took part in fast-paced trading simulations, making quick decisions while staying within set risk limits.
- Communicated with simulated “clients” and team members to agree on actions, building strong teamwork and time-management skills.
PwC, Virtual Insight Event, Remote, 2024-07-19
- Planned a more sustainable and cost-effective packaging approach for a simulated supermarket product, carefully balancing customer appeal, cost and environmental impact.
Duke of Edinburgh, Bronze Award, Halifax, UK, 2022-06-10
- Completed Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award, demonstrating commitment, resilience, and the ability to balance volunteering, physical activity, and skills development alongside academic responsibilities.
- Planned and completed programme activities independently and as part of a team, strengthening time management, organisation, and teamwork skills.
- Met long-term goals through consistent effort and self-motivation, showing reliability and perseverance in completing structured challenges.
Interests
- Football
- Travelling
- Fitness
- Rock Climbing
- Volunteering
- Helping the community
Timeline
Equity Analyst Intern
J&D Strategies
11.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of York
09.2025 -
Placement Week
Lloyds Banking Group
03.2024 - 03.2024
A-Levels - Psychology, Economics, Maths
The Crossley Heath School
09.2023 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Jamia Masjid Ahl-e-Hadith
12.2022 - 01.2023
GCSEs - Secondary School
The Crossley Heath School
09.2018 - 06.2023