Callan Cooper

Ambitious and globally minded MSc Accounting and Finance student (First Class Honours in Criminology) with a diverse international background across the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the US. Seeking a graduate opportunity in audit within a leading professional services or financial firm. Brings leadership skills, analytical skills, and communication skills developed through academic excellence and hands-on project experience.

Sales Assistant - Sports Direct

(2025-11)

• Contributing value to the store by increasing the number of loyalty card sign-ups and delivering a customer-first experience to all customers
• Skills developed: problem-solving, active listening, empathy
• Understanding and working towards KPIs and sales targets
• Skills developed: resilience, self-discipline, numeracy

Project Manager & Consultant (University Industry Project) - Believe Achieve CIC

(2025-03 - 2025-03)

• Conducted competitor and industry analysis and presented findings
• Skills developed: data analysis, research, critical thinking, report writing
• Oversaw project planning, task delegation, and final report delivery to tight deadlines
• Skills developed: leadership, communication, analytical thinking, teamwork, time management

Merchandise Assistant - HYROX - Manchester

(2025-01 - 2025-01)

• Assisted with event merchandise setup, sales, and inventory management
• Skills developed: customer service, attention to detail, organisation, sales support, teamwork
• Interacted with event attendees
• Skills developed: communication, problem-solving, time management, professionalism

Line Cook - Salt & Pepper - Manchester

(2023-12 - 2024-05)

• Prepared and cooked meals according to menu specifications under high-pressure conditions
• Skills developed: time management, multitasking, attention to detail, quality control
• Maintained kitchen hygiene, followed safety protocols, and coordinated with team members
• Skills developed: teamwork, communication, adaptability, problem-solving

Student Representative - The Manchester Metropolitan University

(2025-09)

• Representing students' views and feedback in faculty meetings
• Collaborate with university staff to improve student experience
• Support initiatives to enhance academic and social engagement on campus

Personal Tutor - Self-Employed

(2024-11)

• Providing one-on-one academic support and guidance to students
• Developing tailored learning plans to meet individual student needs
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly

Genius Bar Student Advisor - The British School in The Netherlands

(2019-09 - 2020-06)

• Assisted students with technical issues related to school devices and software
• Delivered clear instructions and support to improve digital literacy
• Maintained accurate records of issues and solutions provided

MSc - Accounting and Finance - The Manchester Metropolitan University (2025-01)

BA (Hons) - Criminology - The Manchester Metropolitan University (2022-01 - 2025-05)

A-Levels - Biology (B), English Literature (B), Psychology (C) - The British School in The Netherlands (2017-01 - 2022-06)

AS-Level - Chemistry (D) - The British School in The Netherlands (2017-01 - 2022-06)

GCSEs - 9 GCSEs (8 - 6), including English Language (8), and Mathematics (6) - The British School in The Netherlands (2017-01 - 2022-06)