Cory Mears

Experience

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  Kew Park Rangers Football Club

  Sept 2013 - Sept 2014

  Assistant Coach
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  Surrey Youth League

  Sept 2014 - May 2016

  Referee

  Refereeing league and cup matches taught me how to analyse a problem under pressure, come to a quick decision and have the confidence to stand by my judgement.

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  Wimbledon - The All England Lawn Tennis Club (Championships) Limited

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2018

  Centre Court Lift Attendant / Domestic Housekeeper

  I enjoyed the challenge of a client-facing role, interacting with players, coaches and VIP guests.

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  The i Paper

  Jul 2017 - Jul 2017

  Work Experience

  During my two weeks work experience I learned to analyse large amounts of data and present it in a user-friendly and concise format.

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  Santander UK

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

  Intern

  I learnt the skill of succinct communication by writing copy for social media feeds for Santander Universities Entrepreneurship Awards finalists.I applied my verbal and written communication skills by liaising with regional Relationship Managers to update the performance dashboard.I was an active contributor of ideas at the strategic planning conference for Santander UK Universities Division.I used my Excel skills to analyse data for the optimisation of staffing levels of university branches. Show less

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  Maggie's Centres

  Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

  Communications Intern

  I researched and prepared a pitch deck for a major fundraising event for the Director of Communications.I produced a brief on the Changing Market of Cancer Care for prospective stakeholders for the CEO.I applied my project management skills to help with the migration and implementation of a new digital asset management system.I used my analytical skills to research and compile a monthly social media report for the Executive Board.

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  Musemio

  Nov 2020 - Dec 2020

  Intern

  I proved my ability to work in a high-pressured environment when live reporting for Culture Reimagined Virtual Summit.I used my Excel skills to streamline the event’s database for optimal future use. I developed my interpersonal skills when liaising with internal and external stakeholders whilst promoting Culture Reimagined.I used my communication skills to curate and create content for Musemio’s social media channels.

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  Urban Jungle Insurance

  Feb 2021 - now

  • Insurance Product Manager

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Senior Insurance Associate

    Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

  • Insurance Associate

    Apr 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Customer Operations Associate

    Feb 2021 - Apr 2022