Alex Smith
Finance Student
asmith01@qub.ac.uk | 07700 900 000 | LinkedIn: alex-smith-finance

EDUCATION

Queen's University Belfast
BSc Finance
2023 - Present
- Currently averaging First Class Honours (72%)
- Core modules: Maths for Finance, Futures and Options, Investment Analysis
- Student Representative for Level 2 Finance

A-Levels
2022
- Mathematics (A), Economics (A), History (A)

EXPERIENCE

Intern
First Derivatives, Belfast
June 2024 - August 2024
- Assisted in the analysis of large financial datasets using Python and Excel
- Collaborated with a team of 4 to develop a new reporting dashboard for clients
- Presented findings to senior management

Part-time Sales Assistant
Tesco, Belfast
2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong communication skills in a fast-paced retail environment
- Managed cash handling and reconciliation duties
- Trained new staff members on POS systems

SKILLS

- Financial Modeling: Proficient in building DCF models
- Data Analysis: Advanced Excel
- Research: Experience with Bloomberg Terminals

INTERESTS

- Student Managed Fund: Active member of the Student Managed Fund
- Sports: Captain of the university 5-a-side football team
- Volunteering: Mentor for first-year students