Enthusiastic graduate looking to harness transferable skills gained. Currently improving awareness of state, defined benefits and contribution pensions through ongoing professional development. Gaining skills needed to evaluate a client's aims and objectives while advising on alternative retirement income and self-investment.
Enthusiastic graduate looking to harness transferable skills gained. Currently improving awareness of state, defined benefits and contribution pensions through ongoing professional development. Gaining skills needed to evaluate a client's aims and objectives while advising on alternative retirement income and self-investment.
Enthusiastic graduate looking to harness transferable skills gained. Currently improving awareness of state, defined benefits and contribution pensions through ongoing professional development. Gaining skills needed to evaluate a client's aims and objectives while advising on alternative retirement income and self-investment.
ENTHUSIASTIC GRADUATE ~ SEEKING AN OPPORTUNITY WITHIN FINANCIAL SERVICES OFFERS A KEEN INTEREST IN PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT PLANNING
Recent Electronic Engineering graduate looking to harness transferable skills gained, such as mathematics, analytical thinking, communication and presentation into a role within the competitive financial services sector. Currently improving awareness of state, defined benefits and contribution pensions through ongoing professional development, while cementing knowledge of pensions law and regulations and retirement planning. Recent achievements have been underpinned by a unique mix of experience gained in a variety of settings, including three years within HM Forces (Royal Navy) and whose competencies include:
Customer Liaison Interpersonal Communication Analytical Thinking Relationship Building Positive Response to Pressure Organisation and Planning Customer Service Processes Presentation Team Collaboration Attention to Detail
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Diploma in Finance (Retirement) Planning ongoing
Enhancing awareness surrounding government pension reforms and pensions incentives / disincentives. Studying issues relating to tax relief, annual allowance and tax treatment of pension funds, as well as options for early leavers, including contribution refunds, preserved benefits, revaluation rates, transfer and transfer analysis system. Gaining the skills needed to evaluate a clients aims and objectives while advising on alternative retirement income and self-investment.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
BSc Electronic Engineering 2.1 2011-2014 Southampton Solent University
A-Level Maths, Electronics and Physics 2009-2011 Queen Marys College, Basingstoke SCOTT J R WEST Page 2 | Email: pillion15@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Head Door Supervisor 2011-Present Venture Security Management, Andover
Tactfully and diplomatically resolving arising concerns; demonstrating a positive response to pressure in the management of often hostile / sensitive situations. Playing a key role ensuring the security of the premises, and staff / clients. Maintaining attention to detail to proactively identify and mitigated against risks and issues prior to escalation. Recognised amongst peers for impressive interpersonal communication and people management skills. Successfully completed Security Industry Authority (SIA) Door Supervisor level 2.
Cemented an appreciation as to the importance of first class customer service, alongside energy, drive and enthusiasm while adopting a collaborative approach as part of a multifaceted team. Consulted with clients to analyse and delineate their requirements and promote appropriate solutions. Maintained awareness of new and emerging technologies to effective advise clients and drive sales.
Technical Engineer 2008-2009 Sound and Vision Services, Fareham
Harnessed strong technical troubleshooting and problem solving skills to diagnose and repair a diverse range of household electronic equipment. Called upon strong interpersonal communication skills to convey often complex technical details to non-technical people in a user-friendly format.
Marine Engineering Artificer 2005-2008 Royal Navy, Portsmouth
Recruited onboard HMS Illustrious gaining experience within numerous engineering departments; gained hands-on experience in hydraulics, diesel generators, refrigeration, distillation, boilers and evaporators, domestic electrics and lighting. Completed a Marine Engineering Degree, covering A-Level Maths, Electrical Science, Mechanical Science and Technical Drawing during tenure onboard HMS Sultan. Showcased commitment towards ongoing personal and professional development, as showcased through the completion of numerous courses, including First Aid, Firefighting, Sea Survival and City and Guilds level 2 Improving Own Performance / Working with Others.