Professional Experience
Junior Analyst – Hardware Sector
Trinity Student Managed Fund
Responsible for analysing companies within the hardware sector, conducting fundamental research to evaluate financial performance and identify key valuation drivers. I actively contribute to investment discussions, developing data-driven theses to support the fund's pitch decisions and capital allocation strategies.
Commercial Operations Assistant
Jessica GraafExposed to the end-to-end commercial lifecycle of a fashion retail business, gaining firsthand insight into how operational efficiency directly impacts financial performance. My role centred on bridging the gap between sales data and strategic decision-making. I managed the integrity of pricing structures and sales administration, ensuring that commercial planning was built on accurate financial models.
By conducting granular cost analyses—incorporating production margins, transport logistics, and import duties—I helped the leadership team identify profitability trends across wholesale and digital channels. This experience instilled a sharp commercial awareness and a practical understanding of how data-driven insights drive business growth.
Wealth Management Intern
DavyImmersed in Ireland’s leading wealth management firm, I observed how private client relationships are cultivated and maintained in a high-stakes financial environment. My primary focus was understanding the advisory process, from portfolio construction to long-term financial planning.
I supported the team with essential compliance and administrative documentation, ensuring the seamless execution of client requests. This role demystified the operations of a major financial institution, highlighting the critical balance between technical financial knowledge and the soft skills required to act as a trusted advisor.
Insurance Intern
ZurichEntered the insurance sector to understand the mechanics of risk transfer and policy underwriting at a multinational scale. I shadowed senior underwriters and claims handlers, gaining exposure to how complex risks are evaluated, priced, and managed.
I assisted in the rigorous verification of policy documentation, observing how strict regulatory frameworks govern daily operations. This internship underscored the absolute necessity of precision in financial services, reinforcing the importance of compliance, data protection, and risk mitigation in a regulated industry.
Intern
VodafoneGained exposure to the fast-paced sales operations of a global telecommunications leader. I observed how sales strategies are executed on the ground, analyzing how customer requirements are identified and matched with technical solutions to drive revenue.
Through shadowing high-performing teams, I learned how aggressive targets are structured and tracked in a competitive commercial environment. This experience provided a clear view of the sales cycle, emphasizing the importance of product knowledge, adaptability, and performance metrics in driving commercial success.