ZARA BILAL
London
Summary
Professional with experience in stakeholder engagement, business management and relationship development. Skilled in creating strong client partnerships, identifying growth opportunities and providing specialised solutions in fast-paced environments. Strong communicator with outstanding negotiation and problem-solving skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and working towards challenging and ambitious targets. Passionate about using a consultative and results-driven approach to help people connect with opportunities and support business growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
London
09.2025 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service by handling reservations, vehicle rentals, customer enquiries and complaint resolution, consistently maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Encouraged vehicle upgrades, contributing to branch revenue increase and consistently meeting branch goals
- Coordinated daily fleet management, efficient logistics planning, ensuring vehicle availability and timely collections and vehicle deliveries.
Financial Analyst
Staples Capital Limited
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Build and maintain advanced financial models utilising tools such as Excel, Python, and SQL to perform valuation analysis, forecasting, and scenario modelling, driving data-backed investment recommendations and strategic choices.
- Provide practical insights through market research, competitive benchmarking and risk assessment, enabling senior leadership to make informed decisions on capital allocation, investment strategies and portfolio management in changing market conditions.
Hospitality and Event Coordination Specialist
Whiteley Homes Trust
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Drove client acquisition and business growth by conducting tailored sales presentations, negotiating agreements and securing event reservations, which resulted in a 25% increase in sales revenue.
- Fostered and maintained strong relationships with high-profile clients, providing tailored solutions and consultative sales, guaranteeing repeat business and client loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Roehampton
London 9 2022 - 6 2025
Skills
- Financial Analysis & Modelling
- Econometric Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM
- Client Retention & Satisfaction
- Cross-Selling & Product Promotion
- Project Coordination & Programme Management
- Adaptability and Problem Solving
Certification
- Certification in Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals
- Certification in J.P. Morgan Investment Banking Job Simulation on Forage
- Certification in Goldman Sachs Operations Job Simulation on Forage
Languages
Urdu
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Upper intermediate
Punjabi
Advanced
Timeline
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
09.2025 - Current
Financial Analyst
Staples Capital Limited
08.2022 - 09.2025
Hospitality and Event Coordination Specialist
Whiteley Homes Trust
05.2021 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Roehampton
9 2022 - 6 2025