
Luke Gawthorn
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About me
Finance Graduate at Zurich Insurance UK.
Education

Caldicot Comprehensive School
2012 - 2019General StudiesActivities and Societies: As a member of Caldicot School, I was a part of the Athletics, Cross Country, and Football teams. In years 7 and 9 I was the recipient of the school's Young Playwrights Award, and the play I created was performed by actors of the school. Specifically, in year 7 I acted in the play that I wrote. Results (A level) (2018-2019):Mathematics-A*Further Mathematics-A*Physics-AExtended Qualification Project-A*Results (AS level) (2017-2018):Mathematics-AFurther Mathematics-AChemistry-APhysics-AResults (GCSE) (2016-2017): Mathematics-A*Mathematics Numeracy-A*English Language-ABiology-A*Chemistry-A*Welsh 2nd Language-A*Computer Science-AEnglish Literature-AHistory- APhysics-AReligious… Show more Results (A level) (2018-2019):Mathematics-A*Further Mathematics-A*Physics-AExtended Qualification Project-A*Results (AS level) (2017-2018):Mathematics-AFurther Mathematics-AChemistry-APhysics-AResults (GCSE) (2016-2017): Mathematics-A*Mathematics Numeracy-A*English Language-ABiology-A*Chemistry-A*Welsh 2nd Language-A*Computer Science-AEnglish Literature-AHistory- APhysics-AReligious Studies-CAdditional Mathematics-DistinctionLondon Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF) Level 2 Qualification in Personal Finance- A*Personal and Social Care-Pass In year 13, I was the recipient of the first Graham Bryant Mathematics award, which was named after my Maths teacher who sadly passed. This award was given to the highest performing Mathematics A level student in the school and I would have not been able to achieve this feat had it not been for Mr Bryant's efforts as a teacher. Show less

University of Bath
2019 - 2023Bachelor of Science - BS Accounting and FinanceActivities and Societies: I was a member of the University Of Bath Athletics Club, specialising in the 800m distance. I have represented the university at the British University Colleges Schools (BUCS) Championships. I enjoy sports such as Football (Soccer). Degree Result: First-Class Honours, 70.22%Year 3:Financial Markets Derivatives - 78%Advanced Financial Accounting - 76%Employment Law - 75%Auditing and Accountability- 74%Behavioural Finance - 73%Investing and Trading - 70%UK Tax and Tax Planning - 66%Advanced Management Accounting - 65%Risk Management and Internal Control - 65%Financial Markets (Equity) - 64%Year 2:Empirical Finance - 78%Contemporary Issues in Accounting… Show more Degree Result: First-Class Honours, 70.22%Year 3:Financial Markets Derivatives - 78%Advanced Financial Accounting - 76%Employment Law - 75%Auditing and Accountability- 74%Behavioural Finance - 73%Investing and Trading - 70%UK Tax and Tax Planning - 66%Advanced Management Accounting - 65%Risk Management and Internal Control - 65%Financial Markets (Equity) - 64%Year 2:Empirical Finance - 78%Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Finance Practice - 76%Intermediate Management Accounting - 76%Financial Accounting and Reporting - 75%Principles of Finance - 75%Company Law - 68%Business Forecasting - 65%Intermediate Microeconomics 1 - 62%Advanced Corporate Finance - 60%Intermediate Microeconomics 2 - 59%Year 1:Core Skills For Economists: Introduction to Statistics - 80%Core Skills For Economists: Mathematics - 77%Business Computing - 70%Introductory Economics - 70%Fundamentals of Accounting - 66%Fundamentals of Finance - 65% Introduction to Business Law - 62% Show less
Experience

PwC
Aug 2018 - Aug 2018Business Insight Week InternCollaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver a presentation on the impact of technology and social mobility in the Financial Services Industry.Contributed to the development of a dashboard to provide clients insights into key financial information.

Bisley Office Furniture
Aug 2019 - Aug 2019Finance InternManaged the coordination of audit evidence collection.Incorporated data analysis to identify high value inventory.Contributed to a more robust and accurate audit process.

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd
Jun 2021 - Aug 2022Financial Accounting/Expenses InternWorked in the UK Life Reporting and Expense Partnering teams:Leveraged advanced data analysis skills, particularly using PowerQuery, to optimise and streamline multiple financial processes.Developed MI reports tailored for senior management stakeholders. This provides valuable insight into Printing and Posting expenditure, enabling informed decision-making regarding cost and sustainability. Delivered comprehensive training sessions on a new accounting standard to senior accountants.Initiated and maintained a pipeline for recording and prioritising automation ideas. This involved engaging with various team members to gather input and ideas, ensuring that potential improvements were captured and assessed in an organised, efficient manner. Show less

Open Oceans Group
Jul 2023 - Sept 2023Support Officer
Zurich Insurance
Sept 2023 - nowFinance GraduateSeptember 2023 - September 2024: UK Planning and Performance Reporting (PPR) 12 Month RotationSeptember 2024 - Present: UK Life Regulatory Reporting Team
Licenses & Certifications

Bright Network Finance & Professional Services Virtual Internship
Internship Experience UKJun 2020- View certificate

Learning Data Visualization
LinkedInFeb 2022 
Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's AwardJan 2020
Duke Of Edinburgh Silver Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's AwardFeb 2018
Duke Of Edinburgh Bronze Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's AwardDec 2016- View certificate

QuickBooks Online Certification Level 1
IntuitOct 2025 - View certificate

QuickBooks Online Certification Level 1
IntuitOct 2025 - View certificate

SharePoint Online Essential Training: The Basics
LinkedInOct 2021 
British Red Cross First Aid Certificate
British Red CrossMar 2018- View certificate

Microsoft Power Automate Essential Training
LinkedInNov 2021
Volunteer Experience
Lead Peer Mentor
Issued by University of Bath on Jul 2020
Associated with Luke GawthornShop Volunteer
Issued by St. Davids Hospice Charity Shop on Sept 2018
Associated with Luke GawthornNumeracy Leader
Issued by Caldicot Comprehensive School on Sept 2018
Associated with Luke GawthornLibrary Volunteer
Issued by Monmouthshire County Council on Jul 2016
Associated with Luke Gawthorn
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