Luke Gawthorn

Luke Gawthorn

Business Insight Week Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Finance Graduate at Zurich Insurance UK.

  • Education

    • Caldicot Comprehensive School

      2012 - 2019
      General Studies

      Activities 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 - 2023
      Bachelor of Science - BS Accounting and Finance

      Activities 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 2018
      Business Insight Week Intern

      Collaborated 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 2019
      Finance Intern

      Managed 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 2022
      Financial Accounting/Expenses Intern

      Worked 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 2023
      Support Officer
    • Zurich Insurance

      Sept 2023 - now
      Finance Graduate

      September 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 UK
      Jun 2020
    • Learning Data Visualization

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award

      The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
      Jan 2020
    • Duke Of Edinburgh Silver Award

      The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
      Feb 2018
    • Duke Of Edinburgh Bronze Award

      The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
      Dec 2016
    • QuickBooks Online Certification Level 1

      Intuit
      Oct 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • QuickBooks Online Certification Level 1

      Intuit
      Oct 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • SharePoint Online Essential Training: The Basics

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • British Red Cross First Aid Certificate

      British Red Cross
      Mar 2018
    • Microsoft Power Automate Essential Training

      LinkedIn
      Nov 2021
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Lead Peer Mentor

      Issued by University of Bath on Jul 2020
      University of BathAssociated with Luke Gawthorn
    • Shop Volunteer

      Issued by St. Davids Hospice Charity Shop on Sept 2018
      St. Davids Hospice Charity ShopAssociated with Luke Gawthorn
    • Numeracy Leader

      Issued by Caldicot Comprehensive School on Sept 2018
      Caldicot Comprehensive SchoolAssociated with Luke Gawthorn
    • Library Volunteer

      Issued by Monmouthshire County Council on Jul 2016
      Monmouthshire County CouncilAssociated with Luke Gawthorn