Lara Mayhew

Experience

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  FORKINGOUT LIMITED

  Sept 2016 - Jun 2018

  Waitress

  • Developed strong customer service skills at events.• Dealt with a fast-paced, challenging role, working effectively under pressure and building team relationships to keep morale high in a stressful environment.

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  Rhimani

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

  University Ambassador

  • As an ambassador, my goal is to increase Rhimani's brand awareness and encourage customers to purchase their jewellery. Rhimani chooses a different African conservation charity to support each month. • Organised a launch party in London, responsible for the marketing and social media presence. Arranged for the CEO of Tusk to present and contacted businesses to donate prizes. 150 people attended and over £2000 raised.• Arranged pop-up stalls at Exeter. Sold over £700 worth of jewellery in one day. Show less

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  Lewa House (Pimbi Ltd)

  Jun 2018 - Jul 2018

  Front of House Manager

  • Helped run the lodge, hosting overseas guests at a Safari lodge. Provided high level hospitality by dealing with requests efficiently.• Organised diary and covered all aspects of the booking: highlighted dietary needs and managed daily activities. • Problems such as flight delays required creative problem solving and prompt action. Maintained a calm and positive manner.

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  University of Exeter Ladies Hockey Club

  Sept 2018 - Jul 2019

  Vice Club Captain

  • Managed 7 teams within the club, ranging from training, coaching and welfare. • Organised 3-day freshers' trial for over 200 players.• Led the committee to organise Hockey Varsity. Delegated tasks under time constraints, promoted the event and had a record number of spectators.

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  Manor Courses

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  House Manager

  • Head of a boarding house at an International Summer School where children came to learn English and take part in a range of activities and excursions. • Led excursions for over 60 children, adapting to timetables and stepping in last minute to lead an activity for 100+ children.

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  Rapleys

  Jun 2019 - Jun 2019

  Assistant for the Investment Team

  • Arranged meetings with new clients and assisted the manager in advising on property portfolios, investments and acquisitions. Built an excellent rapport and confident when presenting investments ideas. Excellent commercial awareness developed.• Researched a potential investment for a client, checking all freehold, development plans, warranties and analysed the brochure. Attention to detail was key, as well as the ability to be organised and work to deadlines, giving the team time to plan and practise the pitch. Show less

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  SILVERSTONE GRAND PRIX LIMITED

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

  Mercedes Retail Assistant

  • Motivated my sales team to meet our target, using effective communication and leadership skills and staying positive under pressure. Exceeded our target by selling £92,000 of stock.• Managed disappointed clients due to depleted stock or faulty card machines. Resilient when problems arose and adapted quickly by offering alternative options to retain customers.• Developed strong inter-personal skills and professionalism to persuade clients to buy merchandise and promote the brand.

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  Investec Asset Management

  Aug 2019 - Aug 2019

  Marketing and PR Assistant
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  Play Action International (formerly East African Playgrounds)

  Sept 2019 - Jul 2020

  Uganda Challenge Leader

  • Leading a team of 20 people to Uganda, raising money for East African Playgrounds. Requires huge commitment to ensure everyone raises £3000.• Arranged regular meetings to assist fundraising whilst also organising bucket collections and group fundraisers.• Developed confidence by undertaking lecture shout-outs in front of 100 + people, sold flyers around campus and presented information to potential members. Persuaded people to sign-up, ensuring enough numbers for the trip to go ahead.• Note this trip has been temporarily postponed due to the pandemic Show less

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  Bluebird Care

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  Care Professional

  • Providing an empathetic, yet professional attitude to deliver the highest quality home care with a smile and compassionate commitment.• Using initiative to remain versatile and resilient under extremely tough and difficult circumstances to ensure the safety of vulnerable clients in the midst of the pandemic.• Awarded ‘Rookie of the year’ award!

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  Lion Landscapes

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  Intern

  • Researching wildlife friendly products to assist the CEO in developing a new business model for ‘lion friendly’ beef.• Learning about the development of the Lion Carbon Offset Project, communicating with stakeholders to develop the business plan and long-term strategy.• Organising and leading the education project at the wildlife sanctuary, focusing on mitigating human-wildlife conflict and promoting coexistence with large carnivores.

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  Tribe Impact Capital

  Apr 2021 - now

  • Wealth Associate

    May 2024 - now

  • Wealth Analyst

    Jul 2021 - May 2024

  • Wealth Manager Intern

    Apr 2021 - Jul 2021