IYLANA JAMES

+44 7383488026 · Jamesiylana@outlook.com · SEO London Candidate

EDUCATION & AWARDS

BSc Economics, University of Sheffield Sept ‘22 - Jun ‘25
- Modules: Analysis & Policy, Maths, Statistical Methods, Finance for Economics & Economics History
- Current grade/; First (90%)

Esher Sixth Form College Sept ‘19 - Jun ‘21

- A Levels: Politics A, French A, Chemistry C, EPQ A
- EPQ Title: ‘To what extent do fashion trends reflect the state of the economy at a given time?’

Greycourt Secondary School Sept ‘14 - Jun ‘19

- GCSEs: Maths 7, English Language 7, English Lit 8, Science 9-8, History 8, French 8, Drama 6
- AS Politics A (taken early as a GCSE)
- Silver Award for The UK Maths Challenge in 2018
EXPERIENCE
Ham Polo Club, Barista Jul ‘22- Sept ‘22
- Fulfilling orders quickly and providing quality beverages
- Maintaining workspace to ensure efficient service
- Developing barista skills and strengthening customer service skills

Bar Crispin, Waitress & Training Sommelier Jun ‘21- Aug ‘22
- Providing an efficient service by being highly organised & proactive
- Catering to customer needs and building rapport with a charismatic, attentive attitude
- Developing a strong knowledge of natural wine and food
- Captained ‘Wine of the Week’ briefings to build team’s knowledge of expensive wines, which helped to
increase sales of bottles over £75 by 20% in 3 months

EXTRA CURRICULAR
Rowing Sept ‘17 - Sept ‘20, Sept ‘22 - Present
- 3 years of competing for Walbrook Rowing Club, now at Sheffield University Club
- Developing self-discipline and determination to work towards success
- Collaborating with teammates and being able to use constructive feedback to improve performance
- Strengthened the ability to work in a team, helping to foster an environment of peer support

Investing in Cryptocurrency May ‘21 - Sept ‘21

- Grasped an understanding of this asset class & how it functions on a decentralised network
- Understood how the key variables, political climate and investor sentiment drive markets
- Strengthened analytical skills by evaluating currency developer White Papers, to understand project vision
and inform investment decisions
- Earned 3900% return on £300 initial investment between Q2-Q3 of 2021

Womens Budget Group, Member of Early Career network Feb ‘22 - Present
- Attending webinars to learn about current economic and social issues facing women in the UK
- Gained insight into how research papers are compiled and how they can be used to inform Government
and businesses
- Liaising with academics and professionals in different sectors to understand a variety of approaches to
policy solutions, as well as their impacts

University of Sheffield Investment Society, Twikker Fund Analyst Sept ‘22 - Present
- Performing equity research on companies based in Yorkshire and in the technology industry
- Utilising various valuation techniques e.g., DCF & Comparable Company Analysis
- Preparing & presenting stock pitches and trade ideas
- Upholding a culture of collaboration to ensure the growth & success of the fund

SKILLS & HOBBIES

French Language: Intermediate reading, writing & speaking ability.
University Societies: Member of Women in Business & Politics Society Podcast
Travelling: Interrailing during my gap year around Europe. Developing cultural awareness.